UEFA Euro All Time Top Goalscorers

UEFA Euro All Time Top Goalscorers

Euro top scorers all time list – who has the most goals in Euro history?

Cristiano Ronaldo has etched his name in the annals of football history as the undisputed top scorer in UEFA European Championship history. With a staggering 14 goals, the Portuguese superstar surpassed the legendary Michel Platini's record of 9 goals during the Euro 2020 tournament.

Ronaldo’s goal-scoring prowess has been a defining feature of his illustrious career. His ability to find the net consistently, coupled with his exceptional leadership, propelled Portugal to a historic Euro 2016 triumph. Remarkably, all of Ronaldo's 14 Euro goals have come from open play, underscoring his clinical finishing and predatory instincts.

A Shared Glory at Euro 2024

While Ronaldo continues to reign supreme as the all-time top scorer, the UEFA Euro 2024 Golden Boot saw a unique outcome. For the first time in the tournament's history, six players shared the honor. Harry Kane, Dani Olmo, Cody Gakpo, Jamal Musiala, Ivan Schranz, and Georges Mikautadze each netted three goals, creating a memorable moment in the competition.

The Evolution of the European Championship

The UEFA European Championship, originally known as the European Nations' Cup, has evolved significantly since its inception in 1960. Held every four years, the tournament showcases the best of European football and has produced countless iconic moments and legendary players.

With the 2024 edition hosted in Germany, featuring 24 teams and incorporating the video assistant referee (VAR) system, the competition continues to push the boundaries of the sport.

As the UEFA European Championship progresses, the quest for individual accolades and team glory will undoubtedly captivate fans worldwide. However, Cristiano Ronaldo's record as the all-time top scorer stands as a testament to his enduring greatness and his place among the sport's all-time legends.

List Euro top scorers all-time

Here is our list with the Euro top goalscorers since 1960-2024:

Rank Player Team Goals
scored
Matches
played
Editions
1 Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal 14 30 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020, (2024)
2 Michel Platini France 9 5 1984
3 Alan Shearer England 7 9 (1992), 1996, 2000
Álvaro Morata Spain 16 2016, 2020, 2024
Antoine Griezmann France 17 2016, 2020, (2024)
Harry Kane England 17 (2016), 2020, 2024
6 Patrik Schick Czech Republic 6 7 2020, 2024
Ruud van Nistelrook Netherlands 8 2004, 2008
Patrick Kluivert Netherlands 9 1996, 2000, [2004]
Wayne Rooney England 10 2004, 2012, 2016
Thierry Henry France 11 2000, 2004, 2008
Zlatan Ibrahimović Sweden 13 2004, 2008, 2012, (2016)
Robert Lewandowski Poland 13 2012, 2016, 2020, 2024
Nuno Gomes Portugal 14 2000, 2004, 2008
Romelu Lukaku Belgium 14 2016, 2020, (2024)
15 Savo Milošević Yugoslavia 5 4 2000
Marco van Basten Netherlands 9 1988, (1992)
Milan Baroš Czech Republic 10 2004, (2008), (2012)
Xherdan Shaqiri Switzerland 11 2016, 2020, 2024
Mario Gómez Germany 13 (2008), 2012, 2016
Jürgen Klinsmann Germany 13 1988, 1992, 1996
Fernando Torres Spain 13 (2004), 2008, 2012
Zinedine Zidane France 14 (1996), 2000, 2004
24 Dieter Müller West Germany 4 2 1976
Gerd Müller West Germany 2 1972
David Villa Spain 4 2008
Dragan Džajić Yugoslavia 5 1968T, 1976
Emil Forsberg Sweden 7 (2016), 2020
Roman Pavlyuchenko Russia 8 2008, 2012
Rudi Völler West Germany 8 1984, 1988, (1992)
Angelos Charisteas Greece 9 2004, 2008
Kai Havertz Germany 9 2020, 2024
Karim Benzema France 10 (2008), (2012), 2020
Henrik Larsson Sweden 10 2000, 2004, (2008)
Vladimír Šmicer Czech Republic 11 1996, 2000, 2004
Lukas Podolski Germany 12 (2004), 2008, 2012, (2016)
Dennis Bergkamp Netherlands 13 1992, 1996, (2000)
Ivan Perišić Croatia 13 (2012), 2016, 2020, (2024)
Luka Modrić Croatia 16 2008, (2012), 2016, 2020, 2024

Euro top scorers per tournament since 1960-2024

Here are the Euro top goal scorers per tournament since 1960-2024:

Year Player(s) Team Goals Matches
2024 Harry Kane England 3 6
Dani Olmo Spain 5
Cody Gakpo Netherlands 6
Jamal Musiala Germany 5
Ivan Schranz Slovakia 4
Georges Mikautadze Georgia 4
2020 Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal
5 4
Patrik Schick Czech Republic 5
2016 Antoine Griezmann France 6 7
2012 Alan Dzagoev Russia 3 3
Mario Mandžukić Yugoslavia 3
Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal 5
Mario Gómez Germany 5
Fernando Torres Spain 5
Mario Balotelli Italy 6
2008 David Villa Spain 4 4
2004 Milan Baroš Croatia 5 5
2000 Savo Milošević Yugoslavia 5 4
Patrick Kluivert Netherlands 5
1992 Dennis Bergkamp Netherlands 3 4
Tomas Brolin Sweden 4
Henrik Larsen Denmark 4
Karl-Heinz Riedle Germany 5
1996 Alan Shearer England 5 5
1988 Marco van Basten Netherlands 5 5
1984 Michel Platini France 9 5
1980 Klaus Allofs Germany 3 3
1976 Dieter Müller Germany 4 2
1972 Gerd Müller Germany 4 2
1968 Dragan Džajić Yugoslavia 2 3
1964 Dezső Novák Hungary 2 1
Ferenc Bene Hungary 2
Jesús María Pereda Spain 2
1960 Milan Galić Yugoslavia 2 2
François Heutte France 2
Valentin Ivanov USSR 2
Dražan Jerković Yugoslavia 2
Viktor Ponedelnik USSR 2
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