Top 10 scorers in La Liga 2024/25 ranked: Mbappe steps into Ronaldo’s shoes, 2 smart Atletico signings shine

For nearly a decade, the Spanish top flight was defined by the extraterrestrial rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Their departure left a vacuum so vast that the prestige of the Pichichi trophy seemed to wane. Without a generational talent to set a blistering pace, the award often felt like a "last man standing" contest among aging legends. 

We witnessed seasons where veterans like Karim Benzema or Robert Lewandowski cruised to the title virtually unopposed, a phenomenon that critics cited as evidence of a declining standard in Spanish strike force quality. However, the 2024/25 campaign marked a definitive end to that transitional era.

The landscape shifted the moment Kylian Mbappe stepped onto the Bernabéu turf. Transitioning from Ligue 1, a league often unfairly dismissed as less competitive, Mbappe immediately silenced doubters by setting a gold standard for efficiency. But Real Madrid’s gain was Barcelona’s call to arms. The Catalan giants didn't just find a singular rival for the Frenchman; they unleashed a pair of "hunters" who dominated the scoring charts. 

As we look back at the Livescorecz data, the question remains: who truly reigned supreme as the top scorer in La Liga 2024/25?

The race for the top scorer in La Liga 2024/25

10. Javi Puado (Espanyol) 

In 35 appearances, the Spanish winger found the net 12 times. While Espanyol struggled for consistency, finishing in the lower half of the table with 42 points, Puado was their shining light. This 12-goal haul matched his career-best in the top flight. Puado, who has spent his entire professional career in Spain with Espanyol (save for a brief loan at Zaragoza), reached a total of over 170 appearances for the club by the end of the season. 

9. Kike García (Alavés)

Representing Alavés, the 35-year-old defied age to score 13 goals in 35 matches. Alavés secured a mid-table finish with 42 points, largely due to Kike’s physical dominance in the box. Throughout his long La Liga journey, which began in 2014 with Eibar and included a stint at Osasuna, Kike has amassed over 300 appearances and 60 goals. Interestingly, his aerial duel success rate in 2024/25 was among the top 5% of all strikers in the league.

8. Oihan Sancet (Athletic Bilbao)

The Athletic Bilbao playmaker enjoyed a career-defining season, netting 15 goals in just 29 games. His efficiency was staggering for an attacking midfielder, boasting a shooting accuracy of 62%, higher than many pure strikers. Athletic Bilbao finished in a strong 4th position with 70 points, securing Champions League football. Sancet, a one-club man who debuted in 2019, has now crossed the 150-game mark for the Lions.

7. Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)

In seventh, Julián Alvarez made a significant impact in his debut season for Atlético Madrid. "The Spider" scored 17 goals in 37 appearances. Under Diego Simeone, Atlético finished 3rd with 76 points. Alvarez, a World Cup winner with Argentina and a Champions League winner with Manchester City, brought a high-pressing intensity, winning 55% of his defensive duels in the final third, a rare stat for a striker.

6. Raphinha (Barcelona)

The Brazilian winger scored 18 goals in 36 matches. Beyond his scoring, his 12 assists made him one of the most productive players in Europe. Raphinha was the key factor in helping Barcelona dethrone Real Madrid this season as they finished in first place, setting a scoring record with 102 goals after 38 matches. His 2024/25 tally also was his best since arriving from Leeds United in 2022.

5. Ayoze Pérez (Villarreal)

Despite playing only 30 games, Perez still scored 19 goals. Villarreal finished 5th with 70 points. Pérez, who returned to Spain in 2023 after a long career in the Premier League with Newcastle and Leicester, proved his clinical nature with a 22% conversion rate, outperforming Julián Alvarez in efficiency.

4. Alexander Sørloth (Atletico Madrid)

The Atletico Madrid striker scored 20 goals in 35 matches. His height made him a nightmare for defenders, winning more headed duels than any other striker in the top ten. This was his second consecutive season crossing the 20-goal mark in Spain, cementing his status as one of the league's most reliable "number nines."

3. Ante Budimir (Osasuna)

The bronze medal goes to Ante Budimir of Osasuna. In 38 games, the Croatian international scored 21 goals. Osasuna finished 9th with 52 points, essentially carried by Budimir’s scoring. This was his best-ever tally in La Liga since his arrival in 2019. Known for his resilience, Budimir has now scored over 60 goals in the Spanish top flight across his spells with Mallorca and Osasuna.

2. Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)

In second place, the legendary Robert Lewandowski proved he is far from finished. Scoring 27 goals in 34 matches, the Barcelona talisman pushed the race to the final weeks. Lewandowski, who won the Pichichi in 2022/23, helped Barcelona push Real Madrid to the limit. With over 650 career goals and multiple Bundesliga titles, his 2024/25 campaign showed his elite positioning, leading the league in "big chances finished" at 68%.

1. Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid)

The Real Madrid superstar scored 31 goals in 34 appearances to become the top scorer in La Liga 2024/25. In his debut season at the Santiago Bernabeu, he won the UEFA Super Cup but failed to help Los Blancos to the prestigious titles. Mbappe’s speed was unmatched, recording the highest top speed in the league at 37.9 km/h. This was his first-ever Pichichi trophy, adding to his 5 Ligue 1 Golden Boots. 

Summary of the top 10 goalscorers in La Liga 2024/25: 

Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid): 31 Goals

Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona): 27 Goals

Ante Budimir (Osasuna): 21 Goals

Alexander Sørloth (Atletico Madrid): 20 Goals

Ayoze Pérez (Villarreal): 19 Goals

Raphinha (Barcelona): 18 Goals

Julián Alvarez (Atletico Madrid): 17 Goals

Oihan Sancet (Athletic Bilbao): 15 Goals

Kike García (Alavés): 13 Goals

Javi Puado (Espanyol): 12 Goals

According to the latest metrics from Livescorecz.net, the 2024/25 season has signaled a new era of dominance. By claiming the title of top scorer in La Liga 2024/25 in his very first year, the 27-year-old Mbappe has sent a chilling message to his rivals: he intends to rule Spain for the next half-decade. 

Driven by the desire to match the legacy of his idol, Ronaldo, Mbappe is already etching his name into the history of the world's most glamorous club. However, with Barcelona’s Raphinha and the emergence of young talents like Lamine Yamal, the road to future Pichichi trophies will be anything but easy for the French captain.

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