Euro 2024 promises to be an exciting summer tournament with the Golden Boot contest taking center stage.
The battle for the top goal scorer in Germany is intense, with front-runners such as France, England, and hosts Germany vying for the 17th European Championship crown.
All eyes are on Kylian Mbappe following his move to Real Madrid as he is expected to shine in the competition. Harry Kane will be a key figure for England, while Cristiano Ronaldo aims to further solidify his position atop the all-time European Championship scoring list.
The race for the UEFA Euro 2024 Golden Boot is heating up, and The Sporting News will keep track of the leading scorers with regular updates as goals continue to pour in.
Current Top Scorers in Euro 2024
Here is the most recent list of leading goal scorers at Euro 2024. These rankings will be refreshed daily throughout the tournament from June 14 until the final at Berlin’s Olympiastadion on July 14.
Updated as of June 25.
Rank
Player
Country
Goals (Penalties)
Assists
Matches
Minutes
1.
Niclas Fullkrug
Germany
2 (0)
0
3
73
=
Ivan Schranz
Slovakia
2 (0)
0
2
167
=
Georges Mikautadze
Georgia
2 (1)
0
2
178
=
Jamal Musiala
Germany
2 (0)
0
3
222
5.
Mykola Shaparenko
Ukraine
1 (0)
1
2
152
… (truncated)
Own Goals in Euro 2024
Surprisingly, there have been a total of six own goals in Euro 2024 already, surpassing half of the 11 own goals scored in Euro 2020.
Player
Country
Own Goals
Antonio Rudiger
Germany
1 (vs. Scotland)
Max Wober
Austria
1 (vs. France)
**Top Scorers at Euro 2024**
The player who scores the most goals at Euro 2024 will be awarded the Golden Boot. In case of a tie in goals, the winner will be determined by the highest number of assists. If the tie persists, then the player who has played the least minutes will be the ultimate decider.
**Betting Odds for Euro 2024 Golden Boot**
Harry Kane was the favorite to win the Golden Boot at Euro 2024. Known for his goal-scoring abilities, Kane had an impressive season, making him a strong contender. Other players like Mbappe and Ronaldo were also predicted to be in the running for the top scorer title.
**Favorites to Win Golden Boot**
According to pre-tournament odds, Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe were the frontrunners for the Golden Boot. Cristiano Ronaldo, Jude Bellingham, and Olivier Giroud followed closely behind in the betting predictions. It was expected to be a tight competition between these football stars.
**Golden Boot Winner at Euro 2020**
The Golden Boot in the previous European Championship was shared by Ronaldo and Patrik Schick from Czechia, each scoring five goals. Ronaldo clinched the title based on his assist stats during the tournament. Notable players like Kane, Benzema, Lukaku, and Forsberg recorded four goals each.
**History of Golden Boot Winners at Euros**
The Golden Boot award holds significant value in the European Championship. Since its inception, numerous players have claimed the prestigious title by showcasing exceptional goal-scoring prowess. The all-time top goal scorer, Cristiano Ronaldo, has left an indelible mark on the tournament.
**Top Goal Scorers at Euros**
Ronaldo’s remarkable goal-scoring record places him at the top of the all-time goal scorers list in European Championship history. His consistent performance and ability to find the back of the net have solidified his position as one of the greatest goal scorers in Euro history.### Top Scoring European Championship Players
1. **Cristiano Ronaldo** from Portugal with 14 goals in 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020.
2. **Michel Platini** from France scored 9 goals in 1984.
3. **Alan Shearer** from England scored 7 goals in 1992, 1996, and 2000.
4. **Antoine Griezmann** from France also scored 7 goals in 2016 and 2020.
5. **Ruud van Nistelrooy** from the Netherlands scored 6 goals in 2004 and 2008.
6. **Patrick Kluivert** and **Wayne Rooney** from the Netherlands and England respectively scored 6 goals each in different editions.
7. **Romelu Lukaku**, **Alvaro Morata**, **Thierry Henry**, **Zlatan Ibrahimovic**, and **Nuno Gomes** also scored 6 goals each in various championships.
Frank Christian
