Former FC Barcelona player Lionel Messi has etched his name in football history by scoring the most goals in a single season. In the 2011-12 season, the Argentine superstar set an unprecedented record by netting an astonishing 73 goals for the Catalan club. This remarkable feat surpassed the previous record held by Bundesliga legend Gerd Muller, who had scored 67 goals in the 1972-73 season.
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The Prolific Scorers: Footballers With the Most Goals in a Season
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While few players have been able to maintain such extraordinary consistency at the highest level, let’s take a look at the list of footballers who have scored the most goals in a single season across club competitions.
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Lionel Messi | 73 Goals | 2011-12 season
Lionel Messi was untouchable in Pep Guardiola’s dream team at Camp Nou during this La Liga season. The left-footed maestro scored an astonishing 50 goals in La Liga, three goals in Copa del Rey, 14 goals in the UEFA Champions League, two goals in the Club World Cup, three goals in the UEFA Super Cup, and three goals in the Supercopa. Messi also provided an incredible 32 assists, making him the undisputed record holder for most goals and assists in a single season. -
Gerd Muller | 67 Goals | 1972-73
Gerd Muller, a legendary figure in the game, held the record for 39 years before Messi’s extraordinary season. Playing for Bayern Munich, Muller scored 36 goals in the Bundesliga, 11 goals in the European Cup, and five goals in the DFB-Pokal tournament. Additionally, he scored 12 goals for the German national team, leaving an indelible mark on football history. -
Josef Bican | 63 Goals | 1941-42
Austrian-Czech footballer Josef Bican is widely regarded as one of the most prolific goalscorers in football history. With an incredible 805 goals in official matches, Bican ranks second only to Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of overall goals scored. In the 1941-42 season, Bican scored an impressive 63 goals for Slavia Prague, including 45 league goals and 18 cup goals in the Czech League. His goal-scoring exploits remain a testament to his extraordinary talent.
Other notable players on this list include Ferenc Deák and Arthur Ceuleers from Hungary, who share the joint third-highest goal tally of 66, and Gyula Zsengellér from Hungary, who sits in third place with 65 goals.
Goalscoring Brilliance in Europe’s Top Leagues
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In addition to Messi’s record-breaking season, several players have left their mark on Europe’s top football leagues with their extraordinary goalscoring feats.
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Josef Skoblar | 44 Goals | 1970-71
Croatian forward Josef Skoblar showcased his goal-scoring prowess in Ligue 1, setting an unmatched record of 44 goals in a single season. Despite the presence of world-class strikers like Neymar and Kylian Mbappe in the French League, Skoblar’s record remains unbroken. Marseille won the Ligue 1 title that season, with Skoblar winning the prestigious European Golden Boot award. -
Robert Lewandowski | 41 Goals | 2020-21
Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski cemented his place as a Bundesliga legend by surpassing Gerd Muller’s record of 40 league goals in a single season. Lewandowski’s incredible tally of 41 goals, along with his contributions in other competitions, helped Bayern Munich secure the Bundesliga, DFL Supercup, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup titles. -
Ciro Immobile | 36 Goals | 2019-20
Lazio striker Ciro Immobile exhibited exceptional form during the 2019-20 season, scoring an impressive 36 goals in 25 games for the Serie A club. Immobile’s goals included ten winners in 28 matches, helping Lazio secure the Supercoppa Italiana and a fourth-place finish in the league. His exceptional season saw him surpass the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo to claim the prestigious Golden Boot award. -
Mohamed Salah | 32 Goals | 2017-18
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah holds the record for the most goals in a single Premier League season. His extraordinary campaign saw him score 32 goals, with standout performances including a remarkable four-goal haul against Watford. Salah also contributed with 16 assists, earning him the Premier League Golden Boot and playing a pivotal role in Liverpool’s success that season. -
Cristiano Ronaldo | 17 Goals | 2013-14 Champions League season
Cristiano Ronaldo, a five-time Champions League winner and the competition’s all-time leading scorer, enjoyed his most prolific season in the 2013-14 campaign while playing for Real Madrid. Ronaldo scored an incredible 17 goals in just 11 games, providing five assists along the way. Real Madrid went on to win the UEFA Champions League that season, with Ronaldo playing a crucial role in their success.
FAQs
Q: Who has the most goals in a season in all competitions?
A: Former FC Barcelona star Lionel Messi holds the record for the most goals in a season in all club competitions. In the 2011-12 season, Messi scored a phenomenal 73 goals, spanning various competitions such as La Liga, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League, Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and Supercopa.
Q: Who has the most goals in one season of La Liga?
A: Lionel Messi also holds the record for the most goals in a single La Liga season. In the 2011-12 season, Messi scored an astounding 50 goals, solidifying his place as one of the greatest goalscorers in the history of the competition.
Q: What is the most goals in a season by Cristiano Ronaldo?
A: Cristiano Ronaldo’s most prolific season came in the 2014-15 La Liga campaign when he scored an impressive 61 goals. This remarkable tally included 48 goals in 35 La Liga appearances, as well as eight hat-tricks. Despite Ronaldo’s incredible form, Real Madrid finished second in the league that season.
Q: Who has the most goals in a Premier League season?
A: Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah holds the record for the most goals in a single Premier League season. In the 2017-18 campaign, Salah scored an outstanding 32 goals, clinching the Premier League Golden Boot and leaving his mark on English football.
In conclusion, Lionel Messi’s record-breaking season stands as a testament to his unparalleled skill and goalscoring brilliance. His achievements, along with those of other prolific goalscorers, have captivated fans and left an indelible mark on the history of football.
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