Golden Boot Battle Heats Up in Premier League 2021/22

The Premier League is witnessing an intense competition for the coveted Golden Boot award, with top forwards fighting to outscore each other and prove their worth for their clubs and the national team. The likes of Harry Kane, Mohamed Salah, and Bruno Fernandes are joined by new additions such as Romelu Lukaku and Cristiano Ronaldo, making it a thrilling season for fans. As the season progresses, the battle to reach the top of the table is heating up, and goals from the Premier League's top scorers will be crucial for their teams' success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Michail Antonio, West Ham United, is tied with Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United, and Mohamed Salah, Liverpool, as the top scorers in the Premier League with 4 goals each after round 5.
  • Other notable scorers include Said Benrahma, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Demarai Gray, Mason Greenwood, Romelu Lukaku, Sadio Mane, Neal Maupay, Ismaila Sarr, Jamie Vardy, and Neal Maupay with 3 goals each.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo is the favorite to win the Golden Boot award with odds of 2/1, followed by Romelu Lukaku at 23/10.
  • Harry Kane is still in the running with odds of 14/1, while Sadio Mane and Bruno Fernandes have odds of 20/1 and 25/1 respectively.
  • Son Heung-min, Diogo Jota, Jamie Vardy, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and others are also in the running with odds of 33/1.
  • The top scorers are crucial for their teams' success, and goals will play a significant role in determining the outcome of matches.

Statistics:

  • 4 top scorers in the Premier League: Michail Antonio (West Ham United), Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United), and Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) with 4 goals each.
  • 10 other players tied with 3 goals each: Said Benrahma (West Ham United), Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Everton), Demarai Gray (Everton), Mason Greenwood (Manchester United), Romelu Lukaku (Chelsea), Sadio Mane (Liverpool), Neal Maupay (Brighton), Ismaila Sarr (Watford), and Jamie Vardy (Leicester).
  • Odds for the Golden Boot winner:

+ Cristiano Ronaldo: 2/1

+ Romelu Lukaku: 23/10

+ Mohamed Salah: 5/1

+ Harry Kane: 14/1

+ Sadio Mane: 20/1

+ Bruno Fernandes: 25/1

+ Son Heung-min: 33/1

+ Diogo Jota: 33/1

+ Jamie Vardy: 33/1

+ Dominic Calvert-Lewin: 33/1

Sources:

  • Premier League top scorers after round 5 of matches
  • Premier League Golden Boot winner odds (via Betfair)