The realm of hat-trick prowess is currently dominated by the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo, a name synonymous with Portugal’s football heritage. His astonishing record of 63 hat-tricks places him atop the history books, showcasing his consistent ability to shine on the grandest stages. The latest display of his hat-trick heroics unfolded in a commanding 5-0 triumph against Al-Fateh during the 2023-24 Saudi Pro League.
Ronaldo is now having 63 hat-tricks for his career
Not far behind is Ronaldo’s enduring rival, Lionel Messi, who possesses a goal-scoring prowess that knows no bounds. The Argentine virtuoso has seamlessly transitioned to American soccer, illuminating the ranks of Inter Miami with his relentless goal-scoring prowess. Although Messi sits in the second position, his hunger for success propels him forward, trailing the leader by a mere five trebles.
Argentina’s 7-0 friendly victory over Curacao marked the 57th time he achieved this remarkable feat in his illustrious career
A vivid reminder of Messi’s prowess emerged in Argentina’s 7-0 friendly victory over Curacao, where he notched another hat-trick. This marked the 57th time he achieved this remarkable feat in his illustrious career, a testament to his enduring excellence. Additionally, he crossed the monumental milestone of 100 goals for his national team.
As the trailblazers continue their remarkable journey, Robert Lewandowski and Luis Suarez take their places with 29 hat-tricks each, showcasing their incredible goal-scoring talents. The emergence of the next generation of superstar strikers is evident in the rankings as well. Erling Haaland’s name gleams with 18 instances of netting three or more goals in a single match, while Kylian Mbappe proudly carries the match ball home on 14 occasions.
Haaland and Mbappe are still far from the record of ‘2 goats
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Amidst these luminaries, Tottenham’s all-time leading goal scorer, Harry Kane, has etched his mark with 15 hat-tricks over his illustrious career. With anticipation building, let’s delve into the list of the top 10 players who have left an indelible mark with their hat-trick prowess throughout their esteemed professional careers.
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