Who are the 15 best strikers in Brazil? We’ve put together a top 15 with stars who are raising the performance of their teams and putting a smile on the faces of their fans.
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How do you know who the best strikers in Brazil are?
For this list, we’re going to take a look at players’ performances in the Brasileirão 2023, this year’s state championships and expert analysis. Criteria such as performance in matches, number of goals and importance to the team’s performance will be the three pillars of this analysis.
Meet the best strikers in Brazil
- Hulk from Atlético-MG
It’s no wonder that Hulk tops our list of the best strikers in Brazil. His physical strength, technique and leadership are off the charts and have made him an idol of Atlético fans in a short space of time. The left-footed player has helped Atlético-MG win several titles, such as the Brasileirão and Copa do Brasil in 2021, as well as three Minas Gerais championships.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 15 goals and provided 11 assists.
- In the Campeonato Mineiro, Hulk scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists.
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- Paulinho from Atlético-MG
Scorer of the 2023 Brazilian Championship, Paulinho also stands out among the best strikers in Brazil. The player is known for his speed and technical ability, playing on the sides of the pitch. He has contributed many goals and assists in the championships in which he has represented Galo.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 19 goals and provided 2 assists.
- In the Campeonato Mineiro, Paulinho scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist.
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- Cano from Fluminense
Germán Cano is a natural striker. His nose for goal is impressive: he only needs a few touches to score. He arrived in Brazil to wear the Vasco shirt, but it was at the Tricolor Carioca that he established himself. He was instrumental in winning the 2023 Libertadores, taking responsibility in decisive games and scoring in important moments.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 10 goals and provided 1 assist.
- In the Campeonato Carioca, he scored 2 goals.
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- Pedro from Flamengo
Pedro is definitely one of the best strikers in Brazil. He has helped Flamengo win several important titles in recent years, as well as being one of the top scorers in the last edition of the Brasileirão. His performance has been rewarded with call-ups to the senior Brazilian national team.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 13 goals.
- In the Campeonato Carioca, he scored 11 goals and provided 1 assist.
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- Tiquinho Soares from Botafogo
Tiquinho Soares arrived at Botafogo last year and adapted very well to the team. He was largely responsible for the best first half in the club’s history. Despite Fogão’s drop in performance in the second half, Tiquinho remains one of the best strikers in Brazil.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 17 goals and provided 4 assists.
- In the Campeonato Carioca , he scored 3 goals and provided 1 assist.
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- Calleri from São Paulo
“Play Calleri, it’s a goal!” is a well-known expression among tricolores. The Argentine won the hearts of São Paulo fans for his strength and ability to score goals in almost every game. The striker was one of those responsible for São Paulo winning the only trophy they hadn’t yet won: the Copa do Brasil.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 9 goals and provided 2 assists.
- In the Campeonato Paulista, he scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists.
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- Gabigol from Flamengo
Despite not being at his best, Gabigol still deserves his place on the list of the best strikers in Brazil, for what he has done in recent seasons and for the playing potential he can return to. The player has won two Libertadores, two Brasileiros and one Copa do Brasil for Flamengo, and has been crucial to the Mengão in all their victories.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 5 goals and provided 1 assist.
- In the Campeonato Carioca, he scored 2 goals.
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- Endrick from Palmeiras
Despite his young age, Endrick has already been considered a promise of the club, arousing interest from international clubs due to his potential. The striker was recently called up to the Brazilian national team and has already made his mark in a friendly against England.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 11 goals.
- In the Campeonato Paulista, he scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist.
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- Rony from Palmeiras
Speed, technical skill and the ability to create attacking moves are the Palmeiras striker’s strengths. The player began his career at Athletico Paranaense, where he performed well in the 2018 Copa Sudamericana. In 2020, he was signed by Palmeiras and has since been an important part of the squad, contributing goals and assists. His versatility allows him to play in different positions in the attacking sector.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 5 goals.
- In the Campeonato Paulista , he scored 3 goals.
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- Enner Valencia from Internacional
Enner Valencia is an Ecuadorian striker who has played for several clubs around the world. He came to international prominence during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, when he scored three goals for Ecuador. His performance in the competition caught the eye of European clubs, and he was transferred to West Ham United after the tournament. Today at Colorado, Valencia is one of the club’s main players, scoring goals and putting his teammates in front of the goalkeeper.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 9 goals and provided 1 assist.
- In the Campeonato Gaúcho, he scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists.
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- Eduardo Sasha from RB Bragantino
Bragantino’s No. 19 became known for his career at Internacional, where he won important titles. He also had spells at Santos and other clubs, where he caught the eye for his versatility, intelligent movement and finishing ability;
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 11 goals and gave 3 assists.
- In the Paulista Championship he scored 6 goals.
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- Deyverson from Cuiabá
Deyverson became well known during his great spell at Palmeiras, where he showed physical strength and finishing ability. He was signed by the São Paulo club in 2017 and had some outstanding moments, contributing goals and assists in national and international competitions. He’s currently contributing a lot to Cuiabá’s good performance, deservedly making our list of the best strikers in Brazil.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 12 goals and provided 2 assists.
- He didn’t play in the Mato Grosso Championship, but in the current Sul Americana Championship he has provided 1 assist.
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- Vegetti from Vasco
Pablo Vegetti arrived at Vasco in 2023 and was indispensable in keeping the team in Serie A. Vegetti has good height, which makes him excellent in the air and as a pivot. Thanks to the Argentinian, Vasco have been playing some good games and are once again dreaming of bigger titles.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 10 goals and provided 1 assist.
- In the Campeonato Carioca, he scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist.
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- Mastriani from Athletico-PR
Gonzalo Mastriani began his career at children’s club Sauce, then played for Cerro and had spells at clubs such as Crotone, Guayaquil City, Barcelona de Guayaquil and América Mineiro, where he stood out as top scorer in 2023. In 2024, he moved to Athletico-PR, where he has scored many goals and helped the Curitiba club in the national championships.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 11 goals and provided 1 assist.
- In the Campeonato Paranaense he scored 4 goals and provided 4 assists.
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- Robson from Coritiba
Closing out our list of the best strikers in Brazil, in fifteenth place, is Robson, from Coxa. He is recognized for his technical ability, speed and finishing ability, characteristics that have made him an important player for Coritiba. Despite scoring a lot of goals and providing assists, Robson was unable to prevent the team from falling to Serie B of the Brasileirão.
- In the Brasileirão 2023, the player scored 12 goals and provided 4 assists.
- In the Campeonato Paranaense, he scored 11 goals and provided 4 assists.
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List of the best strikers in Brazil
- Hulk
- Paulinho
- Germán Cano
- Pedro
- Tiquinho Soares
- Calleri
- Gabigol
- Endrick
- Rony
- Enner Valencia
- Eduardo Sasha
- Deyverson
- Vegetti
- Mastriani
- Robson
Melhores atacantes do Brasil: os que mais marcaram gols
Quer saber como ficaria nossa lista dos melhores atacantes do Brasil se levássemos em conta apenas a quantidade de gols marcados? Com certeza você ficou curioso, então vamos te mostrar agora mesmo!
- Pedro – 24 goals
- Robson – 23 goals
- Hulk – 21 goals
- Paulinho – 21 goals
- Tiquinho Soares – 20 goals
- Eduardo Sasha – 17 goals
- Mastriani – 15 goals
- Vegetti – 14 goals
- Enner Valencia – 13 goals
- Endrick – 13 goals
- Calleri – 12 goals
- Deyverson – 12 goals
- Cano – 12 goals
- Rony – 8 goals
- Gabigol – 7 goals
Best strikers in Brazil: the pick of the Seleção Brasileirão
In the Seleção Brasileirão, Luís Suárez (Grêmio) and Hulk (Atlético-MG) were the attacking duo. The Uruguayan also won the Golden Ball award. Endrick (Palmeiras) won the award for the most beautiful goal and the revelation of the championship.
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