This week, several European footballers delivered outstanding performances across the continent’s top leagues:
- Mika Biereth (Monaco): Former Arsenal academy player Mika Biereth has made a significant impact in Ligue 1 since joining Monaco in January 2025. At 22, he scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 victory over Reims, bringing his season tally to 10 goals. This achievement places him ahead of prominent scorers like Mohamed Salah, Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappé in Europe’s top five leagues. Biereth’s rapid rise highlights Monaco’s shrewd acquisition and raises questions about Arsenal’s decision to sell him. talksport.com
- Viktor Gyökeres (Sporting CP): In the Champions League, Viktor Gyökeres of Sporting CP scored a remarkable hat-trick against Manchester City. This performance has intensified the competition for the Champions League Golden Boot, with Gyökeres challenging established stars like Harry Kane of Bayern Munich and Kylian Mbappé of Real Madrid. thesun.co.uk
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah continues his impressive form, leading the European Golden Shoe race with 25 league goals. His consistent scoring has been pivotal in Liverpool’s pursuit of domestic and European honors. en.wikipedia.org
- Harry Kane (Bayern Munich): Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane remains a formidable presence in the Bundesliga, contributing significantly to his team’s attacking prowess. His goal-scoring consistency keeps him in close contention for the European Golden Shoe, currently sharing the second spot with Viktor Gyökeres, each having scored 21 goals. en.wikipedia.org
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City): Manchester City’s Erling Haaland continues to be a dominant force in the Premier League. His physicality and precision have resulted in 20 league goals this season, placing him fourth in the European Golden Shoe standings. en.wikipedia.org