Opta has compiled a list of non-penalty goal scorers in FIFA World Cup history. Miroslav Klose leads with 16 goals, while Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé are tied for second place with 14 goals each.
FIFA World Cup History Non-Penalty Goal Scorers List
1. Klose 16 goals in 24 appearances
2. Messi 14 goals in 28 appearances
2. Ronaldo 14 goals in 19 appearances
2. Mbappé 14 goals in 16 appearances
5. Gerd Müller 13 goals in 13 appearances
5. Fontaine 13 goals in 6 appearances
7. Pelé 12 goals in 14 appearances
8. Klinsmann 11 goals in 17 appearances
8. Kocsis 11 goals in 5 appearances
10. Rahn 10 goals in 10 appearances
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Guys they're talking about footballers who perform on the greatest stage of them all. Despite the fact that Messi's performance is beyond goals, he's still 2nd (with Mbappe and R9) in this category.