Euro 2024: Who is currently at the top of the Golden Boot standings? Previous champions such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Antoine Griezmann are aiming to make history once again.

The battle for the prestigious Golden Boot award is heating up at Euro 2024, as Europe’s best goalscorers showcase their talents on the grand stage. The tournament, currently taking place in Germany, has attracted some of the finest strikers in the world.

One player who will be aiming to add to his already impressive Euro tally is Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese superstar, who became the all-time leading scorer in the competition during Euro 2020, clinched the Golden Boot last time around with five goals. With a total of 14 goals in Euros, Ronaldo will be eager to further solidify his status as a legendary goalscorer.

However, Ronaldo faces stiff competition from other top contenders. In the previous edition, he narrowly edged out Czech Republic forward Patrik Schick, who also netted five goals, by virtue of having more assists. France’s Antoine Griezmann, who claimed the Golden Boot in 2016 with six goals, is another player with a chance to become a two-time winner of the prestigious award.

Looking back at the history of the Golden Boot at the Euros, some notable names stand out. France legend Michel Platini holds the record for the most goals scored in a single edition of the European Championship, with an impressive nine goals in 1984. Other past winners include Fernando Torres (2012), David Villa (2008), and Milan Baros (2004).

As for the current standings in the race for the Golden Boot at Euro 2024, several players have already made their mark. Georges Mikautadze from Georgia, Jamal Musiala and Niclas Fullkrug from Germany, and Ivan Schranz from Slovakia have all scored two goals each. Meanwhile, various players have contributed with one goal apiece.

In the event of a tie in the goalscoring charts, the tiebreaker rules come into play. The player with the most assists will be awarded the Golden Boot. If there is still a tie, the player who has played the fewest minutes will be crowned the winner. Prior to 2008, when the tiebreaker was introduced, the Golden Boot was shared among the top scorers.

With the competition heating up and the Golden Boot up for grabs, the stage is set for an exciting battle among Europe’s finest goalscorers. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on the players vying for individual honours and the chance to etch their names in Euro history.