- Competition: Premier League, 2026-27
- Counts: league goals only
- Penalties: included
- Updates: about every 30 minutes
- Data: API-Football
The Premier League top scorers are listed in the live table below, with goals, appearances and clubs. It covers league goals only in the 2026-27 season, and it refreshes through the day. Below the table, we explain how the numbers are counted, how often they update and how to read the race for the Golden Boot.
Premier League top scorers 2026-27
| # | Player | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  E. Haaland Manchester City | 9 | 9 |
| 2 |  A. Isak Liverpool | 7 | 6 |
| 3 |  João Pedro Chelsea | 6 | 5 |
| 4 | M. Rogers Chelsea | 9 | 5 |
| 5 |  M. Tavernier Bournemouth | 9 | 5 |
| 6 |  N. Jackson Aston Villa | 8 | 5 |
| 7 | Evanilson Bournemouth | 9 | 4 |
| 8 | R. Cherki Manchester City | 8 | 4 |
| 9 |  B. Mbeumo Manchester United | 9 | 4 |
| 10 |  C. Kostoulas Brighton | 9 | 3 |
| 11 |  M. Belloumi Hull City | 9 | 3 |
| 12 | Pedro Neto Chelsea | 9 | 3 |
| 13 |  D. Calvert-Lewin Leeds | 9 | 3 |
| 14 |  K. Schade Brentford | 9 | 3 |
| 15 | Y. Ayari Brighton | 8 | 3 |
| 16 |  T. Barry Everton | 8 | 3 |
| 17 |  B. Brobbey Sunderland | 7 | 3 |
| 18 | J. Hinshelwood Brighton | 4 | 3 |
| 19 | P. Groß Brighton | 9 | 3 |
| 20 | C. Palmer Chelsea | 9 | 3 |
Who is the Premier League top scorer right now?
The player at the top of the table above is the current Premier League top scorer. The list is ranked by league goals, and it shows the player’s club and the number of appearances next to each name. Because the data refreshes automatically, you do not need to reload a static article to see the latest leader.
Check back after each round of fixtures. Meanwhile, you can follow every match on our live scores page, or look at the latest Premier League results to see who scored.
How are Premier League goals counted in this table?
This table counts goals scored in Premier League league matches in the 2026-27 season. It does not include goals in the FA Cup, the EFL Cup or European competitions. In other words, a hat-trick in a cup tie will not move a player up this list.
Penalties count towards a player’s total. As is standard, an own goal is not credited to the player who scored it. Players who are level on goals share the same total, so treat equal numbers as a shared position. We list level players in the order the data feed returns them.
How do I read the Premier League top scorers table?
Each row shows a player’s league position in the scoring race, the player’s name and club, the number of league appearances and the goals scored. The goals column is the one that decides the order.
The appearances column adds useful context. For example, a striker with 10 goals in 12 games is scoring at a faster rate than one with 10 goals in 16, even though both sit level in the table. Likewise, a player with fewer appearances may have been used mainly as a substitute, so a low count does not always mean a quiet season.
Moreover, the club beside each name shows how goals are spread across the division. Teams near the top of the Premier League table often have one or two reliable scorers, while sides lower down may depend on a single player for most of their goals. That is why a scorer can matter as much to a relegation fight as to the title race.
Why do the Premier League top scorers matter beyond the Golden Boot?
The Golden Boot is the headline prize, yet goals shape far more than one award. The leading scorers often play for clubs chasing the Champions League places, and a reliable finisher can be the difference between qualifying for Europe and missing out. Likewise, a single goalscorer can keep a smaller club clear of the relegation places.
In short, the scoring table is a quick way to spot which attackers are driving their clubs up the league. Use it alongside the Premier League predictions to see how the leading scorers’ teams are rated, and with the fixtures list to check who has the easiest run of games coming up.
How often does the top scorers table update?
The table updates automatically, usually within about half an hour of new data arriving. We cache the feed for 30 minutes to keep the page fast and to stay within our data limits. As a result, a goal from a few minutes ago may not show straight away.
If the data feed is unavailable, the page shows the last saved version, and it shows a clear message if no saved version exists.
Where does the data come from?
The figures come from API-Football, a licensed football data provider. We do not edit the numbers by hand, and we do not estimate goals. If a total looks wrong, tell us through our about page and we will check it against the match reports.
This approach matters because accuracy is the point of a stats page. Our editorial policy explains how we handle corrections.
How can I compare scorers fairly?
Raw goal totals are only the start. To compare two strikers, divide their goals by their appearances. A player with 8 goals in 10 games averages 0.8 per match, while a player with 8 goals in 16 games averages 0.5. Both are level on goals, but the first is more efficient.
It also helps to check the club. A striker in a side near the top of the Premier League table usually gets more chances than one in a struggling team. Therefore, a lower total from a smaller club can still be an impressive return.
For a wider view, compare these names with the Championship top scorers table, and see how goals are spread in the Champions League top scorers list.
How do we keep this table accurate?
We do not type these numbers in by hand. The table pulls from a licensed data feed, and the page checks for new data automatically. If the feed fails, the page shows the last saved version instead of an error.
When a total looks wrong, we compare it against the match reports on our results page and the club’s own match record. If we find an error, we correct it and note it where it matters. In short, a stats page is only useful if readers can trust it, and this is how we try to earn that trust.
What else can I follow on English Matchday?
For the full picture of the division, visit the Premier League hub, which brings together the table, fixtures, results and scorers. You can also read the full league tables or compare with the Championship hub. If you also like to see how each club is playing, the Premier League form table ranks every side by its last five games.
What do people ask about the Premier League top scorers?
Do cup goals count towards the Premier League top scorers list?
No. This table counts league goals only. FA Cup, EFL Cup and European goals are not included.
Do penalties count as goals in the top scorers table?
Yes. Penalties scored in league matches count towards a player’s total.
How often is the Premier League top scorers table updated?
It refreshes automatically, usually within about 30 minutes of new data from the feed.
Where does the Premier League top scorers data come from?
It comes from API-Football, a licensed football data provider, and we do not edit the numbers by hand.
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