Top Goal Scorers Of EPL

Posted by sportsbox360 on September 6th, 2013

The game of football is very exciting and full of action. The popularity of the game can be estimated from the fact that during football matches, the football fans remain hooked on the net or their television sets for football news or minute by minute updates on their favourite team’s performance. Every player contributes actively based on his assigned role, but there are a few players who possess exceptional skills and can single-handedly change the face of the game. So, here we look at the Top Goal Scorers of the English Premier League (EPL) era, who with their skills and techniques not only changed the face of the game; but also left their marks in the history of EPL.

Alan Shearer

With 260 goals, Alan Shearer is the top Premier League goal scorer of all time. He scored 260 Premier League Goals and has been listed in the FIFA 100 greatest living footballers. Alan Shearer was born on 13th August 1970 and started his career at Southampton.

Andy Cole

Blessed with lightning pace and a remarkable ability to finish first time with balls coming at him from seemingly any angle and height, Andy Cole has 188 goals in his kitty. Andy Cole will always be remembered forever as a match-winning striker on the history of the Barclays Premier League.

Thierry Henry

Often termed as one of the most elegant players of EPL, Thierry Henry has 174 goals to his credit. His ability to blow by defenders in seemingly nonchalant fashion made him a cult hero with fans and an opposing defender's worst nightmare.

Robbie Fowler

Robbie Fowler joined Liverpool as a 10 year old, and turned professional on his 17th birthday, has 163 goals in his name. Fowler's success at Liverpool was nothing short of spectacular; he scored 120 EPL goals for the Reds and honed a reputation as one of the best natural finishers in the English game.

Frank Lampard

A product of the famed West Ham United youth academy, Lampard has established himself as the best goal scorer from central midfield in Premier League history. Lampard has amassed 131 Premier League goals, all while playing midfield. Lampard's goals have been a driving force in the three Premier League titles Chelsea have won since 2004.

Wayne Rooney

Wayne Rooney exploded onto the Premier League scene in spectacular fashion, and has not looked back since. His high spirit and sky-high work ethic enabled him to score 152 goals in 333 appearances.

The Premier League has been the home of the best football in the world and it has been graced with true greats of the game. Mentioned above are some of the players who not only made their teams proud but also won the hearts of millions with their exceptional skills and talent.

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