As the 2024–25 Premier League season enters its final stretch, the race for the Golden Boot is heating up. Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah is at the forefront, delivering a historic performance that has set a new benchmark in the league.
Premier League Top 20 Scorers (as of April 14, 2025)
| Rank | Player | Club | Goals (Penalties) | Assists | Matches | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohamed Salah | Liverpool | 27 | 18 | 32 | 0.86 |
| 2 | Erling Haaland | Manchester City | 21 | 3 | 28 | 0.76 |
| 3 | Alexander Isak | Newcastle United | 20 | 6 | 28 | 0.79 |
| 4 | Chris Wood | Nottingham Forest | 18 | 3 | 30 | 0.66 |
| 5 | Bryan Mbeumo | Brentford | 16 | 5 | 32 | 0.5 |
| 6 | Yoane Wissa | Brentford | 15 | 2 | 29 | 0.57 |
| 7 | Cole Palmer | Chelsea | 14 | 8 | 31 | 0.47 |
| 7 | Ollie Watkins | Aston Villa | 14 | 6 | 32 | 0.58 |
| 7 | Matheus Cunha | Wolves | 14 | 4 | 27 | 0.58 |
| 10 | Jean-Philippe Mateta | Crystal Palace | 13 | 2 | 30 | 0.51 |
| 11 | Justin Kluivert | Bournemouth | 12 | 6 | 28 | 0.55 |
| 11 | J. Strand Larsen | Wolves | 12 | 2 | 30 | 0.46 |
| 13 | L. Delap | Ipswich | 12 | 2 | 31 | 0.46 |
| 14 | L.Diaz | Liverpool | 11 | 5 | 31 | 0.48 |
| 15 | B. Johnson | Tottenham | 11 | 3 | 29 | 2,300 |
| 16 | João Pedro | Brighton | 10 | 3 | 31 | 0.5 |
| 17 | R. Jiménez | Fulham | 10 | 3 | 31 | 0.48 |
| 18 | J. Maddison | Tottenham | 9 | 6 | 30 | 0.46 |
| 19 | N.Jackson | Chelsea | 9 | 5 | 26 | 0.46 |
| 20 | K. Hzavert | Arsenal | 9 | 0 | 21 | 0.41 |
Salah’s Record-Breaking Season
Mohamed Salah has not only taken the lead in the Golden Boot race but also set a new Premier League record for the most goal involvements in a 38-game season, with 45 contributions (27 goals and 18 assists). This surpasses the previous record held by Thierry Henry. Salah’s latest assist came in Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over West Ham United, where he set up Luis Díaz’s opening goal. Reuters+1The Sun+1
The Contenders
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Erling Haaland (Manchester City): With 21 goals, Haaland remains a formidable challenger. His consistency in front of goal keeps him in the hunt for back-to-back Golden Boots.The Guardian
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Alexander Isak (Newcastle United): Isak has netted 20 goals, showcasing his prowess as Newcastle’s leading striker. His performances have been pivotal in Newcastle’s push for European qualification.The Guardian
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Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest): Wood’s 18 goals have been crucial for Forest, providing them with a reliable scoring outlet throughout the season.The Guardian+1Discover Ideas with Carolyn Gagne+1
Notable Mentions
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Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa (Brentford): The Brentford duo has combined for 31 goals, highlighting the team’s attacking strength.
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Cole Palmer (Chelsea): Palmer’s 14 goals have been a bright spot in Chelsea’s campaign, demonstrating his development into a key player.
Looking Ahead
With only a few matches remaining, the Golden Boot race is set to provide an exciting climax to the season. Salah’s form suggests he may extend his lead, but with players like Haaland and Isak in pursuit, the competition remains fierce.
