Field hockey has witnessed incredible talent and skill over the years, with some players leaving an indelible mark on the sport. When it comes to finding the back of the net, some players have consistently stood out from the rest.
From Indian legends to Dutch, these players have redefined the art of goal-scoring in field hockey.
Here’s a look at the top 5 Most Goals by Players in Men’s Field Hockey:
5. Mandeep Singh -117 goals
Since 2013, Mandeep Singh has been a dependable forward for India, significantly contributing to the team’s achievements over the past ten years. With over 240 appearances for India, he played a key role in securing two Olympic bronze medals and winning gold at the Asian Games in 2014 and 2018. During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Mandeep scored a crucial goal against New Zealand, bringing his career total to 117 goals by the age of 29.
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4. Razie Rahim -143 goals
At 36, Malaysian defender Razie Rahim remains a crucial player for his national team, a role he has held since 2006. Renowned for his expertise in penalty corners, Rahim has netted 143 goals across more than 230 international appearances. His contributions have been pivotal to Malaysia’s successes, including securing silver medals at the Asian Games in 2010 and 2018.
3. Tom Boon -170 goals
Since his debut in 2012, Tom Boon has shone as Belgium’s top hockey player. At 34, he has netted 170 goals in more than 200 games, making him the highest goal scorer in Belgian history. Boon was instrumental in Belgium’s victories at the 2018 Hockey World Cup and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. In the Paris 2024 Olympics, he furthered his impressive tally with four additional goals, including a hat-trick against Australia.
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2. Gonzalo Peillat -178 goals
He boasts a remarkable international hockey career. Initially representing Argentina, he contributed to their gold medal win at the 2016 Rio Olympics. After a hiatus from international play, Peillat rejoined the sport in 2022 with the German team. During the Paris 2024 Olympics, he netted four goals, including one against India in the semi-finals, increasing his career total to 178 goals
1. Harmanpreet Singh -198 goals
Harmanpreet Singh was a star player for India at the Paris 2024 Olympics, scoring 10 goals throughout the event. He made a significant impact with crucial goals in the quarter-final, semi-final, and bronze medal match. His ability to score in seven of the eight games was vital to India’s achievements.
Currently, Harmanpreet leads as the top active goal-scorer in men’s field hockey with 198 goals. At just 28 years old, he still has ample opportunity to increase his impressive goal count.
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