The top scoring players in Euros history.
With the winning goal against Armenia in yesterday’s European Championship qualifying match, Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal moved top of the all-time leading scorers in the history of the competition, taking his place ahead of some truly legendary players in the process.
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The Real Madrid forward is breaking records and reaching terrific new heights on an almost weekly basis at the moment for his club, and he has now set this superb achievement for his national side as well, heading home to give his country a crucial three points in their quest to qualify for the tournament in France in two years’ time.
Taking his total tally in this competition to 23 goals now, see the full list of top scorers that Ronaldo now tops, including Spain and Germany legends, plus one surprise player who could still be in with a chance of overtaking the Portuguese superstar in the near future.
5) Miroslav Klose/Raul – 19 goals
Tied on 19 goals each are Miroslav Klose and Raul, two of the finest strikers in the modern era, with the German veteran only recently retiring from international duty after his exploits at this summer’s World Cup.
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4) Davor Suker – 20 goals
Another legendary player, former Croatia star Davor Suker notched up 20 goals in this competition throughout his career.
3) Robbie Keane – 21 goals
Still going strong, Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane is currently on a highly impressive 21 goals and could still add to them during this qualification campaign to compete with Ronaldo.
2) Jon Dahl Tomasson/Hakan Sukur – 22 goals
Legendary goal-poachers for Denmark and Turkey, Jon Dahl Tomasson and Hakan Sukur are tied in second place on 22 goals each in this competition.
1) Cristiano Ronaldo – 23 goals
Fittingly, the best player in the world at the moment, Cristiano Ronaldo, now tops this list with 23 goals in a great career in the European Championships.