Top 10 Best Football Strikers in the world
In today’s football, the game has evolved, and strikers now have more responsibilities than just scoring goals. But, doesn’t it?
Yet, when we look at the top strikers in the world, scoring rate isn’t the only factor. The role has evolved and gotten more complex, so we need to consider other things.
Here are our top 10 strikers in the world right now:
10. Serhou Guirassy
Guirassy has come out of nowhere for Stuttgart / Sebastian Widmann/Getty Images
Before the 2023/24 season, Serhou Guirassy was not a household name, but the 27-year-old striker has quickly caught the attention of Europe’s top clubs.
With 19 goals in 17 games for Stuttgart this season, Guirassy has taken his game to new heights since joining the German club permanently last summer.
9. Darwin Nunez
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The unpredictable Uruguayan has a knack for causing chaos. His introduction to Liverpool has been a rollercoaster ride to put it mildly, but he’s already proven in the Premier League that he can turn the game around when the opposition least expects it.
Nunez may not have finesse, but comparisons to Edinson Cavani hold weight. The ex-Benfica star is a physical presence who can unsettle defenders. He navigates the channels with ease and can inspire his team with the energy he exudes, whether he has the ball or not.
8. Gabriel Jesus
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Pep Guardiola rates Gabriel Jesus highly, and the Brazilian’s debut season at Arsenal is a testament to that. Guardiola praised Jesus’ defensive contribution, which was key to the Gunners’ transformation last season.
Jesus’ impact goes beyond just scoring goals and providing assists. His physical strength, ability to hold up play, and work rate off the ball are impressive. But his dribbling skills are often underrated. Four Premier League titles at Manchester City, where he played multiple roles. Undervalued there and now flourishing under Mikel Arteta.
7. Antoine Griezmann
Since his return to Atletico Madrid, Antoine Griezmann has found his spark again. Despite playing as a central midfielder for France at the 2022 World Cup, the 32-year-old is making a big impact as a forward for Atletico this season.
Griezmann’s technical ability is still unmatched in La Liga, and he’s defying his age, like a fine wine, back in the Spanish capital after a tough spell at Barcelona.
6. Marcus Thuram
Thuram is leading the charge for Inter / Danilo Di Giovanni/GettyImages
What a free transfer this has been for Inter.
Marcus Thuram arrived in Milan after shining at Borussia Monchengladbach, and he’s fitted in seamlessly.
The French forward has formed a strong partnership with Lautaro Martinez and is playing a key role in Inter’s push for the Serie A title.
Top 10 Best Football Strikers in the world
5. Robert Lewandowski
Lewa in Barça colours is growing on us / Quality Sport Images/GettyImages
Robert Lewandowski is often overlooked for the recognition he deserves. If it wasn’t for the Ballon d’Or being cancelled during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, he would have one of those trophies by now.
Having dominated the Bundesliga for 10 years, Lewandowski made the bold move to Barcelona last summer, and he hasn’t missed a beat.
4. Victor Osimhen
Osimhen has been great in Serie A / Ivan Romano/GettyImages
Victor Osimhen has finally justified the big money Napoli paid for him when they signed him from Lille in 2020.
Since joining Napoli, he’s been a dynamic force in their attack, striking fear into the hearts of opposing defenders with his pace and runs in behind.
As a Nigerian international, Osimhen is one of the most prized assets in world football. He played a big role in Napoli’s first Scudetto since Diego Maradona’s era.
3. Lautaro Martinez
Martinez is key for Inter / Marco Canoniero/GettyImages
Italian football fans loved the LuLa partnership at Inter. Lautaro Martinez had a tough first season at San Siro, especially with the uncertainty surrounding Mauro Icardi’s departure. But then Antonio Conte and Romelu Lukaku arrived, and he found new life.
The Argentine quickly formed a strong bond with the Belgian, and under Conte, Inter ended Juventus’ 10-year dominance as champions of Italy.
Even without Conte and Lukaku, Lautaro has continued to shine under Simone Inzaghi.
In short, Lautaro is a versatile and clever forward who’s good on and off the ball.
2. Harry Kane
Bayern’s new star / CHRISTOF STACHE/GettyImages
He’s shown himself to be the number one number nine/playmaker in the world on many occasions. Kane can execute any pass and score with his eyes closed.
While the trophy may have eluded him, it doesn’t diminish his brilliance. At 30, he’s still a goal machine in Bavaria, just like he was in north London.
1. Erling Haaland
Haaland scores for fun / Matthias Hangst/GettyImages
Erling Haaland may not have the same natural talent or commercial appeal as Kylian Mbappe, but when it comes to what a striker is supposed to do – score goals – he’s the best in the world. Haaland is a freak, a phenomenon. 6’5” and fast as lightning, he’s football’s Ivan Drago.
He’s found the back of the net and caught Pep Guardiola’s attention at Manchester City, and Haaland has answered any questions about his ability to dominate in the Premier League.
There’s a simplicity to Haaland’s game that’s almost creepy. His goals are inevitable.
Top 10 Best Football Strikers in the world.
