Recently, soccer website Sportskeeda released a list of the 7 best strikers in 2023 based on many criteria.

Accordingly, performance measures such as goals scored, assists and overall contribution to the team are the basic criteria. The consistency a player shows throughout the year, especially in important matches or tournaments, will also have a big influence on the rating.

In addition, the player’s versatility, skills and impact on the team’s success also need to be taken into account.

Below are the top 7 best strikers in 2023 according to Sportskeeda:

7. Antoine Griezmann

Griezmann finished the 2022/23 season with 16 goals and 19 assists in 48 appearances in all competitions. He continued to have a series of excellent performances and was an outstanding performer for Atletico Madrid in all competitions.

The Frenchman has scored 16 goals and contributed 2 assists in 23 appearances so far. Despite turning 32, Griezmann is as sharp as ever and has effectively reinforced the notion that he is one of the best players of his generation.

6. Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi transferred club Inter Miami in the middle of the year after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain ended. His decision surprised many people.

The first half of 2023 was quite productive for Messi as he played a key role in helping Paris Saint-Germain win the Ligue 1 championship. He ended the 2022/23 season with 21 goals and 20 assists on every arena.

Messi is an important contract for Inter Miami, helping the MLS club win its first major title, the Leagues Cup. In 14 appearances in all competitions for Inter Miami, he scored 11 goals and contributed 5 assists.

5. Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in January 2023 after falling out with Erik ten Hag and the bosses of his former club Manchester United.

Since then, CR7 has wreaked havoc on the Saudi Pro League, which has now flourished following all the high-profile signings made by clubs this summer. Ronaldo is the top scorer in Saudi Arabia’s top league today with 16 goals.

In 41 appearances in all competitions for Al-Nassr in 2023, Ronaldo scored 34 goals and provided 12 assists.

4. Mohamed Salah

The “King of Egypt” has always been one of the most effective attacking strikers in Europe. Despite Liverpool having to endure more than they have ever experienced under Jurgen Klopp in the 2022/23 season, Salah still shines and contributes goals regularly for The Kop. After ending the 2022/23 season with 30 goals and 16 assists, Salah continues to maintain his top form this season.

He has scored 14 goals and contributed 8 assists in 23 appearances in all competitions for Liverpool since the beginning of this season.

3. Harry Kane

Harry Kane was the only bright light for Tottenham Hotspur in a forgettable 2022/23 season. The iconic English striker showed off his outstanding ability very well when he scored 30 goals in the National Championship last season.

He moved to Bayern Munich this summer and is shining brightly. In 21 appearances in all competitions this season, Kane has scored 24 goals and provided eight assists.

2. Erling Haaland

The only reason why Erling Haaland is not at the top of this list is because he failed to shine in some of Man City’s biggest matches in their great treble-winning season. Haaland is said to be the best central striker on the planet, but it must also be mentioned that he is served by top passers such as De Bruyne, Rodri, Gundogan.

In his first season in the Premier League, the Norwegian striker won the European Golden Shoe and broke many scoring records. Haaland scored 52 goals and contributed 9 assists in all competitions for Man City last season.

He has now scored 19 goals and provided 5 assists in 22 appearances in all competitions this season.

1. Kylian Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe is said to be the most complete striker in the world today. He has incredible speed and excellent dribbling skills. In addition, Mbappe’s attacking ability is at the level of a top superstar as he can “make his own food” and shine at any time.

Mbappe’s class helped PSG win the Ligue 1 championship in the 2022/23 season. He finished as the league’s top scorer (29 goals) and had a total of 41 goals and 10 assists in 43 appearances in all competitions last season.

The 24-year-old has once again proven to be PSG’s biggest asset so far in the 2023/24 season, scoring 19 goals and providing two assists in 21 appearances.