Premier League's All-Time Top Goalscorers

The legendary Alan Shearer continues to hold the record for the Premier League’s all-time leading scorer with 260 goals. His prolific career has set a benchmark that has stood for over three decades.

Alan Shearer's Record

Shearer will mark 31 years as the top Premier League goalscorer this December. Although his goals were scored over a lengthy career span, he first took the lead between August 1992 and December 1993, and no player has surpassed him since.

Historical Context

Before Shearer overtook him, Teddy Sheringham was the Premier League's top scorer for much of 1993. Shearer initially led the charts during the league’s inaugural season before a significant knee injury sidelined him.

Current and Future Contenders

Jermain Defoe scored 162 Premier League goals over his career.
Following Harry Kane’s departure in the summer, Shearer’s record remains secure.
Erling Haaland’s current scoring pace suggests he could challenge Shearer’s record in the near future.

"At the rate Erling Haaland is scoring, it probably won’t be that long until we’re pondering whether he’ll be the one to knock Shearer off his perch."

However, with modern players frequently changing clubs or leagues, Shearer's record could still stand for many years.

Author’s Summary

Alan Shearer's Premier League goal record is one of football’s longest-standing feats, resilient despite challenges from top scorers of past and present generations.

Opta Analyst — 2025-11-02