The 2010s are an era gone by, and some of the top players from a decade ago are nearing the twilight of their careers. In reflection, let us take a look at the top ten highest goalscorers from 2010.
Can you guess all the players on this top ten list?
Top ten goalscorers since 2010
10 – Gonzalo Higuain – 244 goals
Despite not being able to deliver for AC Milan and Chelsea, Higuain kicks off the list for the most number of goals in the last twelve years. The Napoli and Juventus talisman holds the record of scoring the joint-highest goalscorer in one season of Serie A.
9 – Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – 277 goals
Aubameyang now features for Barcelona, after leaving Arsenal. The Gabon international featured most prominently for Borussia Dortmund and the North London club over the last decade, establishing himself as a deadly striker in front of goal.
8 – Zlatan Ibrahimovic – 287 goals
AC Milan director Paolo Maldini on Zlatan Ibrahimovic future: "We're discussing with Zlatan. His plan is to continue for another season but Ibrahimovic will never be a problem for us – it's up to him", he told DAZN. 🇸🇪 #ACMilan
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 5, 2022
Ibrahimovic current contract expires in June 2022. pic.twitter.com/xJZzOLKHVE
One of the strongest sports personalities in the world, Ibrahimovic continues to play at the highest level in his 40s. The Swedish striker is showing no signs of slowing down either. He has played for some of the top clubs in the world throughout his career such as PSG, Barcelona, Inter Milan and Manchester United, and now features for AC Milan.
7 – Sergio Aguero – 296 goals
It’s still hard to believe that Aguero had to retire last year. The Argentinian is arguably one of the greatest strikers of all-time in the Premier League. He has netted 296 goals in his career, featuring for Man City, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
6 – Karim Benzema – 297 goals
The Real Madrid talisman is only now starting to get the recognition that he is worthy of. He has been the main man in Real Madrid’s attack for the last few years, and is now one of their highest ever goalscorers.
5 – Luis Suarez – 307 goals
Suarez featured most prominently for Liverpool and Barcelona over the past decade, establishing himself as one of the best number 9s in the world. He now plays for Atletico Madrid, and won La Liga in his first season, with 20 goals contributed to the cause too.
4 – Edinson Cavani – 332 goals
Cavani is among the most underrated strikers of the current era. The Uruguayan can score all kinds of goals, and is most fondly remembered for his time with Paris Saint-Germain, followed by Napoli and currently, Manchester United.
3 – Robert Lewandowski – 431 goals
Robert Lewandowski is officially recognised as the best striker in the world. The Polish sensation holds the record for the most goals scored in a single Bundesliga season with 41 to his name, and has played on both sides of Der Klassiker.
2 – Cristiano Ronaldo – 552 goals
Ronaldo’s finishing ability is unparalleled, and he has netted a crazy 552 goals over the last 12 years. He also has the most goals of any international player in the world, and is also recognised as the highest goalscorer for club and country combined.
1 – Lionel Messi – 582 goals
The Argentinian has scored 30 goals more than his Portuguese rival, winning the Pichichi Trophy serially over the last few years. Messi featured for Barcelona throughout the 2010s, and is now reunited with Neymar at Paris Saint-Germain.
