Players
Most Goals in Men's World Football Tournament History
A quick reference table for the highest scorers in men's global football tournament history.
| player | country | goals |
|---|---|---|
| Miroslav Klose | Germany | 16 |
| Ronaldo | Brazil | 15 |
| Gerd Muller | Germany | 14 |
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 13 |
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