Arsenal Football Club is one of the most successful football clubs in England, having won numerous domestic and international titles. Over the years, the club has been blessed with some of the best goal scorers in the world. Here is a list of the top 10 goal scorers in Arsenal FC history….CONTINUE READING...CONTINUE READING
1. Thierry Henry – 228 goals
Thierry Henry is undoubtedly the greatest goal scorer in Arsenal FC history. The striker scored a staggering 228 goals in 376 appearances for the club. He was a prolific scorer from both midfield and up front and was known for his ability to score from long range. Henry won numerous domestic and international titles with Arsenal, including two Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and one UEFA Champions League title.
2. Cliff Bastin – 178 goals
Cliff Bastin was a legendary player for Arsenal FC in the 1930s and 1940s. He scored 178 goals in 396 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title wins in 1931, 1933, and 1934. Bastin also helped Arsenal win two FA Cups.
3. Ian Wright – 185 goals
Ian Wright was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 1990s. He scored 185 goals in 288 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s Premier League title win in 1998. Wright also helped Arsenal win two FA Cups.
4. John Radford – 149 goals
John Radford was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 1960s and 1970s. He scored 149 goals in 481 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title win in 1971. Radford also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup and one UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup.
5. Jimmy Brain – 139 goals
Jimmy Brain was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 1920s and 1930s. He scored 139 goals in 232 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title win in 1931. Brain also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup.
6. Ted Drake – 124 goals
Ted Drake was a legendary player for Arsenal FC in the 1930s and 1940s. He scored 124 goals in 167 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title win in 1935. Drake also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup.
7. Doug Lishman – 137 goals
Doug Lishman was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 1940s and 1950s. He scored 137 goals in 244 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title wins in 1948 and 1953. Lishman also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup.
8. Robin van Persie – 132 goals
Robin van Persie was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 2000s and early 2010s. He scored 132 goals in 278 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge in 2011. Van Persie also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup.
9. Joe Hulme – 125 goals
Joe Hulme was a legendary player for Arsenal FC in the 1920s and 1930s. He scored 125 goals in 374 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title wins in 1931, 1933, and 1934. Hulme also helped Arsenal win two FA Cups.
10. David Jack – 124 goals
David Jack was a prolific goal scorer for Arsenal FC in the 1920s and 1930s. He scored 124 goals in 208 appearances for the club and was a key player in Arsenal’s First Division title win in 1931. Jack also helped Arsenal win one FA Cup.
In conclusion, these 10 players have left an indelible mark on Arsenal FC history with their goal-scoring exploits. They have won numerous domestic and international titles for the club and will forever be remembered as legends of Arsenal FC….CONTINUE READING
