Football has seen many legendary players who have amassed significant point totals throughout their careers. Here are some of the highest point-earners in football history:
1. Pelé
Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Pelé accumulated an impressive number of goals and assists during his career. While official records vary, it is estimated that he scored over 1,000 goals in competitive matches.
2. Lionel Messi
As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Lionel Messi has been a prolific scorer and playmaker for FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team. He has consistently topped the goal-scoring charts in domestic and international competitions, accumulating a remarkable number of points.
3. Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo, renowned for his goal-scoring ability, has consistently been among the top point-earners in football. He has achieved remarkable success with clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, as well as the Portuguese national team.
4. Gerd Müller
The former German striker had an incredible goal-scoring record, particularly during his time at Bayern Munich. Müller scored prolifically in domestic competitions, earning a substantial number of points throughout his career.
5. Romário
The Brazilian striker, known for his clinical finishing, was a prominent goal-scorer in both domestic and international competitions. He achieved great success with clubs like PSV Eindhoven and Barcelona.
6. Ferenc Puskás
Puskás, a Hungarian forward, was a prolific goal-scorer for both Real Madrid and the Hungarian national team. He had an exceptional career, earning numerous points through his goal-scoring prowess.
7. Josef Bican
Although he played in the early to mid-20th century, Josef Bican is widely recognized as one of the most prolific goal-scorers in football history. The Austrian-Czech forward scored a staggering number of goals during his career, earning him a significant number of points.
It’s worth noting that the point systems for calculating a player’s career total can vary depending on the criteria used, such as goals, assists, or a combination of both. Additionally, new records may be established as current players continue to excel in their careers.
Please keep in mind that my knowledge cutoff is in September 2021, so the information provided may not reflect the most up-to-date point totals or rankings.
