Who Is the Highest Goal Scorer in Barcelona?

By Anna Duncan

When it comes to goal-scoring prowess, Barcelona has been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. From Johan Cruyff to Lionel Messi, the club has always boasted an impressive lineup of top-notch forwards.

But who holds the title for being the highest goal scorer in Barcelona? Let’s delve into the statistics and find out!

1. Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, is also Barcelona’s highest goal scorer. Born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina, Messi joined Barcelona’s youth academy at the tender age of 13.

Over his illustrious career at Barcelona, Messi has scored a staggering number of goals. As of March 2021, he has netted an incredible 672 goals in official matches for the club.

Messi’s ability to find the back of the net is truly remarkable. His impressive goal-scoring record includes goals from various positions on the field – be it long-range strikes or individual dribbles past multiple defenders.

2. César Rodríguez Álvarez

Messi surpassed César Rodríguez Álvarez’s long-standing record as Barcelona’s highest goal scorer in 2014. César played for Barcelona during two distinct periods (from 1939-1955 and then from 1956-1960) and scored a total of 232 goals.

3. Luis Suárez

Luis Suárez, a prolific striker who played for Barcelona from 2014-2020, ranks third on this list with 198 goals. The Uruguayan forward formed a formidable attacking trio alongside Messi and Neymar, popularly known as MSN.

4. László Kubala

László Kubala, a Hungarian football legend, played for Barcelona from 1950-1961 and is fourth on the list with 194 goals. He was known for his exceptional technical skills and ability to score from various positions.

5. Josep Samitier

Josep Samitier rounds up the list of Barcelona’s top five goal scorers with 184 goals. He played for the club from 1919-1932 and was instrumental in their success during that era.

  • Fun Fact:
  • Messi holds the record for the most goals scored in a single season for Barcelona. In the 2011-2012 season, he netted an astonishing 73 goals in all competitions!

In conclusion, Lionel Messi currently holds the title of Barcelona’s highest goal scorer with an impressive tally of 672 goals. His ability to consistently find the back of the net has made him a true legend in the footballing world.

While Messi may reign supreme at present, it is worth noting that records are meant to be broken. As we witness new talents emerging and players pushing their limits, only time will tell who will eventually surpass Messi’s incredible milestone!