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Football is almost entirely about scoring goals, isn't it? Goals are the end product that decides the result of matches, which is why goalscorers enjoy the greatest share of fame. Football has seen a number of great goalscorers. Imagine a situation when your team is losing and all of a sudden at the dying minutes of the game, your forward scores a remarkable goal.
Your mood would drastically change from exhausted to energetic. That is what good attackers can do. They can change the momentum of a match at any second, and some of the teams are blessed with great attackers, let's have a look at them.
#5 Karim Benzema - Real Madrid
After the departure of Ronaldo to Juventus, Benzema was the leading man of the Real Madrid attack. He had to change his game from a playmaker to a genuine number 9. All these years with Ronaldo, his job was to create good chances for the Portuguese and also score a few for himself. But now he has to score goals in every game as he is the only in-form attacker in his team.
The reason he is 5th on the list is because of his inconsistent start to the season. In the first few games he scored 4 goals but then it was not just happening for him. He was missing good chances and it looked like something has to be changed. But soon as a world-class player, he managed everything and shut his haters. He is currently in great form and the main goalscorer for Madrid.
Goals scored this season: 11
#4 Luis Suarez - Barcelona
Suarez was said to be on the wane, but the Uruguayan has shown once again why he is considered to be among the best strikers in the world. His hold-up play and ability to make space for Messi is second to none. His finishing ability is the best and he is one of those players who gives everything on the pitch.
The reason he is 4th on this list is only because of his inconsistent form. He has been scoring a lot of goals for Barcelona but has not performed well in a few of their games. Although he stood up when Barcelona needed him, the 32-year-old hasn't been able to provide consistency and at times it looked like he needed a successor soon.
But as we know, he never gives up. He will fight till the last drop of his breathe and win the game for his team. Surely, he is one of the best strikers in the world.
Goals scored this season: 16
#3 Cristhian Stuani - Girona
Uruguayans are known for their commitment to the game, they use all of their energy and give 100% in every game they play. The Girona striker is no different. He has been in amazing form this season and it doesn't look like he is going to stop soon. He has been consistent this season, has troubled many defenses with his in-box talent. His positioning is the best and he arrives at the right place and the right time.
Due to his sublime performances, he has also been linked with Barcelona as his international teammate, Luis Suarez's successor. Though his performances have not helped his team to win many matches, his performances on an individual level have been extraordinary.
Goals scored this season: 15
#2 Antoine Griezmann - Atletico Madrid
The 27-year-old was heavily linked with Barcelona at the summer, but just before the World Cup he clarified all the rumors and decided to stay at Madrid. This season has been amazing for him as he was ranked 3rd in the Ballon d'Or list. The World Cup winner has looked like he is not going to stop and will compete with Barcelona to win the league till the last match.
The Frenchman has been a key member of the Atletico squad with his fellow striker Costa just returned from Injury and club's new signing Morata still to make a mark. He has been consistent and has scored decisive goals for the Red and Whites.
Goals scored this season: 12
#1 Lionel Messi - Barcelona
Arguably the greatest player in the history of the sport, Lionel Messi has achieved superhuman feats during his career, with his numbers unlikely to ever be broken in the future. He has always been in terrific form and keeps scoring and giving assists. This season he is the captain of Barcelona and is leading the side very well by scoring almost a goal in each game. Whenever Barcelona need a goal or two, he steps up and scores one for them. He is a player who can win you matches on his own.
His incredible talent and consistency is something which many players dream to have, facing him is one of the nightmares defenders fear. With Ronaldo's departure to Italy, he is the man who keeps entertaining us with his incredible performances. One of his most recent performances where he scored a hattrick and assisted a goal for Suarez in the comeback win against Sevilla has been his best performance this season.
This season he is looking like he is unstoppable and would surely like to win the treble with Barcelona. He is far above from the level of other players and has a lead of 9 goals in the top scoring charts of La Liga.
Goals scored this season: 25
