Historical
Who has scored the most goals in World Cup history?
Quick Answer
Miroslav Klose (Germany) holds the record with 16 World Cup goals. Ronaldo (Brazil) is second with 15 goals, followed by Gerd Müller (Germany) with 14. Pelé, Mbappé, and Just Fontaine have 12 each.
Detailed Explanation
Klose scored across four World Cups (2002-2014), showcasing remarkable consistency. Most top scorers needed multiple tournaments to reach high totals, though Just Fontaine's 13 goals came in a single 1958 World Cup.
📌Key Points
- 1Miroslav Klose: 16 goals (record)
- 2Ronaldo: 15 goals
- 3Gerd Müller: 14 goals
- 4Just Fontaine: 13 goals (single tournament)
- 5Pelé/Mbappé: 12 goals each