FIFA World Cup All-Time Top Scorers: Messi, Mbappé and Legends Who Made History

The FIFA World Cup's all-time scoring records continue to be shaped by some of football's biggest names, with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and former champions among the leading goal scorers in tournament history. Messi moved past Germany's Miroslav Klose on the historic list during the 2026 tournament, while Mbappé continued his rapid rise among the competition's elite scorers.

The rankings feature generations of attacking talent, including Klose, Brazil's Ronaldo, Gerd Müller, Just Fontaine and Harry Kane. The list reflects decades of World Cup performances, from early tournament legends to current stars competing for a place among the game's most prolific international scorers.

Source: FIFA official updates