by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | football clubs, football players, german, soccer, sports
German soccer boasts a rich legacy of scorers stretching back to the start of the tournament.
1963, featuring some of the finest we have encountered.
Ever since, the tournament has largely been under the control of Bayern Munich, which has claimed victory 32 times. In distant second place are Borussia Dortmund and Borussia Monchengladbach, both having secured five championships apiece, indicating a clear dominance over the league title.
This trend extends to the players too, with four out of the top 10 scorers in the tournament’s history all playing for Bayern, and several legendary goalscorers having made their mark in Germany.
After concentrating on other major European leagues before, we’ve chosen to examine the leading 10 goal scorers here.
Bundesliga
chart and commemorate the finest individuals in history.
10. Mario Gomez – 170 goals scored
Mario Gomez demonstrated his consistency as a dependable forward by scoring goals regularly for Bayern, Wolfsburg, and Stuttgart, proving himself repeatedly at the upper echelons of German football.
Throughout his entire career, he played mainly in Germany with the exception of a brief stint at Fiorentina. He was known for being both astute and imposing as a forward.
During his tenure at Bayern, he led the scoring charts once when playing in Germany, a period during which many believe he delivered his finest performances. Between 2010 and 2012, he experienced his most outstanding phase, amassing an impressive tally of 80 goals over two successive campaigns, solidifying his status as one of Europe’s premier forwards at that juncture.
Moreover, in his peak years, he was instrumental in guiding Germany to the UEFA Euro 2008 final and securing a third-place spot in both the FIFA World Cup 2010 and UEFA Euro 2012.
9. Dieter Müller and Klaus Алloffс – 177 goals
In the 1970s, both forwards started scoring prolifically, and they went on to become legends at FC Köln due to their contributions.
Dieter Müller played a key role in helping his team secure one league championship and two German Cup victories. He also topped the scoring charts consecutively over two seasons. Only the best two players listed surpass him in terms of goals per game ratio, and with 159 goals scored across 248 matches, he proved himself as an exceptional forward.
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Klaus Allofs had a comparable career trajectory. Despite scoring goals less frequently but in more matches over time, he accumulated a greater number of titles across several teams, which included winning the European Championship with the West German national team in 1980.
He was also crowned the Bundesliga’s top scorer twice. Although he missed out on securing the championship during his time at Köln, where he did claim victory in the German Cup, he later achieved success with Werder Bremen by winning both the league title and another German Cup. Following his retirement from playing, he went on to clinch the Bundesliga as a team manager.
8. Stefan Kuntz – 179 goals
Even though Stefan Kuntz boasts the lowest goals-to-game ratio on this list, he was an esteemed individual who dedicated nearly his entire professional career to playing in Germany.
Most of his goals were scored during his tenure at Kaiserslautern; however, he also found the net consistently throughout his spells at Bochum and Arminia Bielefeld.
KFC Uerdingen.
In 1991, he received the honor of being Germany’s Footballer of the Year following his team’s achievement of winning both the league and the supercup with Kaiserslautern.
Examining his most successful seasons, his greatest number of goals scored in one league campaign was 22 out of 34 matches played. However, he frequently managed to score over ten goals each season, thereby etching his legacy within the annals of sports history through these consistent performances.
7. Ulf Kirsten – 181 goals
In addition to appearing high up on this list, Ulf Kirsten made history during his career by becoming the
the first athlete ever to achieve 100 appearances across two separate national teams (initially for
East Germany
, then
Reunified Germany
).
Furthermore, he earned recognition as a three-time Bundesliga leading goalscorer, won the German Cup, reached the UEFA Champions League final, and was named the 1990 East Germany Footballer of the Year.
All of his objectives were scored against Bayer Leverkusen, making him clearly their leading scorer in team history, surpassing Stefan Kiessling and Dimitar Berbatov.
6. Claudio Pizarro – 197 goals
Notably, Claudio Pizarro’s initial and final goals in the Bundesliga were separated by 21 years, highlighting his enduring career. The Peruvian forward represented several teams throughout his tenure.
Bayern Munich
,Werder Bremen and Köln, with whom he had several stints at the latter club.
Having won 16 titles during his tenure at Bayern Munich and Werder Bremen, he has experienced significant success throughout his career. However, his true legacy lies in the numerous records he continues to uphold.
These records encompass: the highest number of appearances in Bundesliga by a non-German player (490 matches), as well as securing the second position for the most goals scored in the Bundesliga by an international player.
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achieving the record for the oldest player to score in Bundesliga history at 40 years and 227 days, as well as becoming the most senior player to ever score a hat-trick in Bundesliga history at 37 years and 151 days.
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5. Manfred Burgsmüller – 213 goals
As we approach the prestigious 200-club, Manfred Burgsmüller joins this elite group after scoring for four different German teams, with his most fruitful tenure being at Borussia Dortmund.
He scored 135 out of his 213 goals for Dortmund during a prolific career that spanned from 1969 to 1990.
Even though he scored numerous goals, he represented West Germany only thrice internationally and secured merely two titles throughout his career. Both victories were achieved with Werder Bremen when they claimed the Bundesliga and the German Super Cup.
4. Jupp Heynckes – 220 goals
Although numerous contemporary supporters may recognize Jupp Heynckes for his coaching achievements, he was also a formidable player during his peak years, and he ranks third in terms of scoring efficiency among the players mentioned.
During his tenure at Borussia Monchengladbach, he scored an impressive 195 goals in 283 matches as the team was experiencing a highly successful period.
This led to four league championships, a German Cup victory, a UEFA Cup win along with making it to the European Cup final. Subsequently, he aided West Germany in winning both the World Cup and European Championships, and he also claimed the title of top league scorer twice.
3. Klaus Fischer – 268 goals scored
Throughout his entire career, Klaus Fischer excelled at scoring goals in Germany across four different teams, earning him legendary status in his homeland.
Although his overall trophy count included only two German Cups victories at two distinct clubs (Schalke and FC Köln), he boasted an impressive track record, notably at Schalke where he scored 182 goals in 295 matches—a feat still unmatched as a club record.
Throughout his career, one notable attribute he possessed was his skill at scoring bicycle kick goals. His most celebrated strike occurred during a 4-1 win over Switzerland in an international game held in 1977; this particular goal won the Goal of the Year award from German TV spectators.
Subsequently, it was declared the Goal of the Decade and the Goal of the Century. Moreover, during the 1982 FIFA World Cup semifinal against France, he netted an iconic scissor-kick equalizer in extra time. The game concluded with a penalty shoot-out victory for West Germany, though they ultimately fell short in the final.
2. Robert Lewandowski – 312 goals
In terms of the modern greats, Robert Lewandowski stands tall as one of the very best. One of the best poachers we’ve ever seen, the Polish forward had quick feet, good technical fundamentals and brilliant positioning and physicality.
His average of 0.81 goals per match is astounding but even this figure pales in comparison to the legendary Gerd Muller’s achievements. Nonetheless, he claimed 10 league titles and amassed an impressive total of 25 trophies during his stints with both Bayern and Dortmund.
A seven-time Bundesliga leading goalscorer, he stood out in the European scoring rankings excluding Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He won the Best FIFA Men’s Player award twice—in 2020 and 2021—while playing for Bayern but was denied a Ballon d’Or during these years because the awards ceremony was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
He boasts numerous records, yet his 41 goals during one season stands as the pinnacle, remaining unmatched in German league annals.
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1. Gerd Müller – 365 goals
Even though Lewandowski might have surpassed the legendary German striker, Gerd Muller still stands out as one of the most prolific goalscorers in the annals of football history, full stop.
All of his Bundesliga goals were scored with Bayern, giving him an astounding ratio of 0.85. He was the trailblazer during his career from 1965 to 1979 in Germany, breaking numerous records along the way.
He is an exceptionally talented athlete who stands out as one of only nine players to achieve victory in both the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and Ballon d’Or.
He was not only a recipient of the Ballon d’Or but also secured the title of Bundesliga topscorer seven times. Additionally, his remarkable record includes having scored more goals than appearances made for West Germany.
Der Bomber
is considered one of the genuine greats.
by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | elon musk, news, politics, politics and government, politics and law
A vote for selecting a new Supreme Court judge in the northern U.S. state of Wisconsin typically wouldn’t cause much of a stir.
However, once the planet’s wealthiest individual showed interest in the competition, attention surged, leading to demonstrations on Sunday that attracted sizable groups of people.
Technology mogul and political agitator Elon Musk, who is closely allied with President Donald Trump, has invested significantly in the Tuesday election, aiming for a victory favoring conservatives.
The progressive contender, 60-year-old Susan Crawford, was running her campaign in the traditional manner by speaking to a gathering at an antique store event on a wet Sunday morning.
“Elon Musk, everyone knows who I’m talking about, right? Well, he has already spent over $25 million, and this number increases daily,” Crawford informed the audience.
He serves as the appointed deputy to the president and has his own agenda.
If Crawford’s Republican-supported rival, Brad Schimel, defeats her, he will shift the orientation of the Wisconsin court towards the right.
Every four years, Wisconsin — a state with a population of six million, largely recognized for its beer and cheese production — transforms into a crucial battleground state during a presidential election.
Straight-armed salute
Should the process or outcome of that poll be contested, it would fall upon the Wisconsin Supreme Court to make a ruling on the matter.
Musk’s backing of Schimel might consequently act as a pivotal factor in the politics.
However, at these smaller gatherings in towns across Wisconsin, the outburst of involvement from this billionaire who hails from South Africa appears to have sparked as much opposition as it has approval.
Rob Patterson, a 65-year-old retired electrical engineer, attended a gathering in Crawford carrying a sign depicting Musk performing a stiff-armed salute.
“Oh you twit, our Supreme Court isn’t up for grabs,” the sign said.
After purchasing a $277 million position in Trump’s presidential campaign last year, the head of Tesla and SpaceX has acquired unparalleled influence as a non-elected official.
After Trump returned to the White House, he asked his supporter to lead a new austerity-focused department named after an internet meme: the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE.
Within a matter of weeks, Musk has swiftly dismissed or placed on leave tens of thousands of federal employees, slashed foreign aid funding, and commenced the process of disbanding multiple government agencies.
“He acts like a bull in a china shop; completely clueless about what he’s doing,” lamented Patterson.
Outside a grocery store in Elkhorn, 70-year-old retired elementary schoolteacher Linda Suskey states her intention to cast her ballot for Crawford to maintain equilibrium in the court system.
And she doesn’t have much time for Musk’s persuasions.
She stated to AFP that he utilizes his wealth to acquire additional riches.
I believe he has far too much authority, and he isn’t accountable to anyone — plus, he’s essentially managing affairs to further enrich the wealthy.
These opinions aren’t universally shared. Wisconsin remains a battleground state for various reasons, and some conservative voters such as 60-year-old Matt Edler find Musk’s DOGE initiatives “outstanding.”
“If Elon Musk was not chosen for this role, anyone else could have taken up the responsibility. However, considering the circumstances, I believe these measures are justified,” he stated.
‘Activist judges’
However, Edler is undecided about voting on Tuesday, and he mentioned that he was unaware of Musk’s efforts to assist Schimel in defeating Crawford.
In addition to campaign contributions to conservatives, Musk has pledged to issue two prize checks for $1 million each to two voters who participate in the upcoming court election.
This echoed his strategy from the presidential campaign of awarding $1 million daily to voters who signed up in key battleground states crucial for Trump’s win.
Musk has utilized his political group to offer $100 incentives to voters in Wisconsin for signing his petition aimed at opposing “activist judges.”
Upon initiating the petition, Crawford charged him with attempting to secure a position on the state Supreme Court to influence rulings in his corporations’ favor.
Tesla has initiated a lawsuit against Wisconsin’s legislation prohibiting automobile manufacturers from directly operating car dealerships. This case might very likely be brought before a court.
by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | federal government, government, government regulations, politics, politics and government
On Sunday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated in Abuja that his government took the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) out of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) with the aim of accelerating development and increasing residents’ involvement in governance.
The President, who welcomed FCT residents at the Presidential Villa during the Sallah celebrations, mentioned that the red tape related to TSA was obstructing infrastructural development in the capital city and needed to be reassessed for better outcomes and advancements.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, guided the residents during the tribute.
President Tinubu emphasized that removing the TSA constraints for the FCT has quickly spurred advancements in infrastructure, improved healthcare services, and boosted security measures.
I recall the moment when the FCT Minister visited me and requested that we remove them from the issue with the TSA, allowing for greater productivity. I responded by asking him to demonstrate their proposed actions, after which he shared his thoughts and beliefs.
And then things began to change quickly. I noticed the development of rural regions by the FCT, the revival of neglected initiatives, and the finishing of the Vice President’s official dwelling which had been left incomplete for many years. The FCT restored healthcare centers, improved facilities for students, and supplied new furniture.
President Tinubu expressed his gratitude to the FCT Minister for demonstrating that freedom from bureaucratic constraints was essential. The minister also reorganized the FCT public sector to encourage civil servants to aim for greater roles and take on leadership responsibilities.
“We wouldn’t have been able to cheer if it weren’t for the forward-thinking concepts you introduced at FCT. Now we can applaud the inventive ideas that were brought to FCT,” stated President Tinubu.
President Tinubu urged residents of the Federal Capital Territory and other Nigerians to move past divisions based on ethnicity and religion when selecting leaders, emphasizing instead on achieving tangible outcomes.
Today, we enjoy peace, with security conditions getting better. The fight against hunger is making progress as food prices decline. This allows us to venture into markets and engage in commerce freely. Furthermore, our diversity and self-belief continue to grow stronger.
The President emphasized that we are not seeking miracles but rather tangible outcomes and comfort. He also expressed hope for good health and mentioned our desire for someone who genuinely cares.
“The role extends beyond Wike or myself; it involves everybody. Nyesom Wike exemplifies the diversity within Nigeria. By reinforcing this diversity, he has contributed to fostering prosperity, illustrating that each of us belongs to a single household, sharing the same abode, residing in various rooms yet united beneath one roof,” stated the President.
President Tinubu called for increased tolerance, open-mindedness, and a stronger sense of patriotism.
“I simply ask for tolerance, which has guided us thus far. We have gained insights during Ramadan. Let these lessons remain with us,” he stated.
The Minister of FCT expressed gratitude to the President for welcoming the residents at the State House.
This visit represents a significant milestone because for the first time, the FCT residents have the opportunity to personally convey their warmest regards and heartfelt wishes to you during this auspicious time. We are truly thrilled to be here.
Wike vowed his allegiance to the President and dedicated himself to advancing the development of the capital city, promising that the Federal Capital Territory would shortly finish numerous initiatives.
“Even with our different origins, we stand unified behind your administration and the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he noted.
Sen. Kashim Shettima, the Vice President; Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser; and Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, were present at the event.
The FCT contingent comprised representatives from the National Assembly, judicial branch, religious and traditional authorities, heads of security agencies, as well as women’s and youth organizations.
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by admin | Mar 30, 2025 | celebrations, culture, events and festivals, islam, jewish holidays
People across the globe said goodbye to the sacred month of Ramadan and marked the celebration of Eid al-Fitr on Sunday.
Each year, Eid arrives with joy and enthusiasm as Muslims celebrate through communal prayers followed by various activities such as visiting family members, attending gatherings, and wearing new outfits.
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On Sunday, thousands of Palestinians convened at the al-Aqsa Mosque complex within the Old City of Jerusalem for Eid al-Fitr prayers.
In Serbia, the Islamic community conducted its main Eid celebration at the Arab Mosque in Novi Pazar, including collective prayer sessions to mark the event.
In Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, Muslims came together for prayers in open-air areas. Families dressed up in their new outfits and paid visits to relatives, merging customs with contemporary celebrations.
At the same time, in Islam’s most sacred city of Mecca, countless pilgrims and residents gathered for collective prayers at the Grand Mosque, highlighting the deeply religious essence of the festivities.
In other parts of the Middle East, Syrians mark their first Eid al-Fitr celebration since ending over five decades under the rule of the Assad dynasty.
Similar to Ramadan and other Islamic traditions, the scheduling of Muslim months and celebrations typically relies on the lunar calendar, particularly the appearance of the Crescent Moon after the New Moon phase.
Across numerous regions globally, specialized groups of observers meticulously examine the heavens using telescopes and binoculars, striving to get a sight of the faint crescent moon.
The celebration of Eid al-Fitr has been marred by conflict.
For many Muslims, this year’s Eid did not bring joy due to their communities being devastated by conflict.
The residents of the Gaza Strip are marking their second Eid al-Fitr celebration since the onset of the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
On Sunday, they found little reason to rejoice, observing the usual joyous occasion amid increasingly scarce food reserves and with no resolution to the ongoing strife in view.
Overnight attacks carried out by Israel on Sunday resulted in the deaths of at least 19 individuals, primarily women and children, as reported by officials from the health ministry controlled by Hamas in Gaza.
This month, Israel abruptly ended its truce with Hamas, leading to numerous airstrikes that resulted in hundreds of casualties within the Gaza Strip. Concurrently, deliveries of essential items such as food, fuel, and medical supplies have ceased.
It is an Eid filled with sorrow,” remarked Adel al-Shaer following his participation in open-air prayers at the town of Deir al-Balah. “Our dear ones, our offspring, our very existence, and hopes for tomorrow have been taken from us. Our students, educational facilities, and establishments—all these we’ve lost.
