The European Golden Shoe race is once again delivering superstar numbers — but this time, it’s a new generation leading the charge.

For more than a decade, the scoring charts across Europe’s top five leagues were dominated by two names: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Now, with that era firmly in the rear-view mirror, a fresh cast of elite forwards — along with a few unexpected contenders — are lighting up the 2025–26 campaign.

At the summit stands Harry Kane. The Bayern Munich striker has stormed clear with 28 league goals already, including three Bundesliga hat-tricks. Clinical, consistent, and relentless, Kane has scored in almost every match and looks determined to retain his European crown.

According to Planet Football on Tuesday, these are the top 10 goalscorers across Europe’s major leagues in 2025–26 so far:

Note that Champions League goals are excluded

10. Joaquin Panichelli – 13 goals

The Argentine striker has made a seamless transition from Spain’s second tier to Ligue 1 with RC Strasbourg. After netting 20 goals for Mirandés last season, Panichelli has emerged as one of Europe’s breakout stars.

9. Luis Diaz – 13 goals

Now starring for Bayern Munich, Luis Diaz has combined 13 goals with 10 Bundesliga assists. His output has already equalled his best seasonal return during his time at Liverpool.

8. Deniz Undav – 13 goals

Leading the line for VfB Stuttgart, Deniz Undav has struck 13 times in just 19 matches, giving him one of the best scoring ratios in the top 10.

7. Lautaro Martinez – 14 goals

After a slow start, Lautaro Martinez has surged back into form. The Inter Milan captain now has 14 goals in 25 appearances and leads the Serie A scoring charts.

6. Mason Greenwood – 14 goals

Mason Greenwood has found consistency in France, scoring 14 times in 22 games for Olympique de Marseille.

5. Vedat Muriqi – 16 goals

Despite RCD Mallorca battling near the bottom of La Liga, Vedat Muriqi has delivered 16 goals — already surpassing his previous two seasonal tallies.

4. Igor Thiago – 17 goals

The Brazilian striker is enjoying a breakout Premier League campaign and is reportedly pushing for a place in Carlo Ancelotti’s World Cup plans. His 17-goal haul has outshone several established names.

3. Erling Haaland – 22 goals

A third Golden Boot in four seasons looks increasingly likely for Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker has already reached 22 league goals and shows no sign of slowing.

2. Kylian Mbappe – 23 goals

In his second season with Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe is operating at a goal-a-game pace, with 23 goals in 23 appearances.

1. Harry Kane – 28 goals

Setting the pace is Kane once again. The Bayern Munich forward remains comfortably ahead of the chasing pack as he looks to add another European Golden Shoe to his collection.