The race for the Golden Boot in Europe throughout qualifying for the World Cup has been nothing wanting spectacular. As we enter the play-offs, here’s a have a look at the lads who’ve dominated the scoresheets.
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1. Erling Haaland (Norway) – 16 Targets
Standing: QUALIFIED The Manchester Metropolis star has been in a world of his personal, equalling the all-time European report for a single qualifying marketing campaign. His sensational hat-trick in opposition to Israel and a five-goal haul against Moldova have been the highlights of a historic run.
- Targets in opposition to: Israel (5), Moldova (5), Italy (3), Estonia (2), Kazakhstan (1).
2. Marko Arnautović (Austria) – 8 Targets
Standing: QUALIFIED The veteran ahead turned Austria’s all-time main scorer throughout qualifying. His four-goal masterclass in opposition to San Marino noticed him surpass Toni Polster’s long-standing report and safe Austria’s first World Cup spot since 1998.
- Targets in opposition to: San Marino (4), Cyprus (2), Norway (2).
3. Harry Kane (England) – 8 Targets
Standing: QUALIFIED The England captain spearheaded Thomas Tuchel’s marketing campaign, the place the Three Lions gained each sport with out conceding a single objective. Kane’s brace within the final match against Albania put the gloss on a flawless group stage.
- Targets in opposition to: Latvia (4), Albania (3), Serbia (1).
4. Memphis Depay (Netherlands) – 8 Targets
Standing: QUALIFIED Memphis took over because the Oranje’s all-time top scorer throughout this qualifying interval. His late winner in Lithuania was a defining second of the marketing campaign, making certain the Dutch stayed forward of a surging Poland aspect.
- Targets in opposition to: Lithuania (3), Turkey (2), Gibraltar (2), Montenegro (1).
