Top Scorers in French National Team's History

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France has produced some of the best footballers in history. One of the greatest players in football history, according to many, is Thierry Henry. When playing for Arsenal and Barcelona, he was very impressive and brilliant in performance.

With 51 goals, Henry is the second all-time scorer for the French national team.

Underrated Olivier Giroud holds the record for most goals scored for the French national team with 53 goals.

Giroud is still one of the underrated players of all-time.

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With 43 goals, Antoine Greizmann is the third all-time scorer in France history. For the national team, Greizmann has consistently delivered strong performances, and presently starts for Atletico Madrid's first team.

He scored in France's 4-0 victory against Netherlands in the Euro 2024 qualifying game.

In the second minute, the Atletico Madrid forward scored his team's opening goal, joining Dayot Upamecano and Kylian Mbappe on the scoresheet.

While Kylian Mbappe has 38 goals, Michael Platini has scored 41 goals, making him the fourth all-time scorer in France history.

Mbappe needs more four more goals to move into fourth place in France's all-time scoring list.

Photo source: France vs Netherlands ||Twitter

Before their match against Netherlands, the PSG attacker was appointed France's team Captain. According to FIFA World Rankings, France is presently ranked third.

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