Top 10 Teenagers with the Most Goals in UCL History

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has made history by becoming the highest-scoring teenager in UEFA Champions League history. He has broken the previous record held by French forward Kylian Mbappé.

The 19-year-old achieved this milestone in November 2026 after scoring during Barcelona’s 3-0 win over Aston Villa. This goal brought his Champions League total to 14.

Yamal’s success shows how young players are making their mark in Europe’s biggest club competition. Many football stars have become top goalscorers before they even turn 20.

On Wednesday, Planet Football reported on several players who have had amazing careers in the Champions League as teenagers. This list includes Nigerian striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni and Real Madrid forward Mbappé.

1. Lamine Yamal
Yamal is at the top of the list after becoming the Champions League’s highest-scoring teenager with 14 goals.
He continues to shine at Barcelona and is seen as one of the most exciting young talents in European football.
His record is impressive, especially at such a young age, and he has more chances to add to his goals before he turns 20.

2. Kylian Mbappé
Mbappé made his name in Europe while playing for Monaco. He became the second-youngest French player to score in the Champions League, just behind Karim Benzema.
He scored in Monaco’s 5-3 loss to Manchester City in 2017, marking the start of his rise to fame.
Later, he had great Champions League seasons with Paris Saint-Germain, scoring five goals and getting six assists as the club reached the final in 2020.

3. Erling Haaland
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland scored 10 Champions League goals before he turned 20. He became one of Europe’s most dangerous young forwards.
He made a strong impression in his first match with Red Bull Salzburg, scoring a hat-trick against Genk.
Haaland’s scoring continued with Borussia Dortmund and Manchester City, where he helped the club win their first Champions League title in 2023.

4. Patrick Kluivert
Former Netherlands player Patrick Kluivert scored seven Champions League goals as a teenager in 18 matches.
His best moment came in the 1995 final against AC Milan when he scored Ajax’s winning goal in the 85th minute.
At 18, Kluivert became the youngest player to score in a Champions League final at that time.

5. Raúl González
Real Madrid legend Raúl González netted six goals in eight Champions League matches before he turned 20.
The Spanish forward had an impressive start at the Santiago Bernabéu, becoming a key player for the club.
He was also the first player to score 50 goals in the competition and made over 100 appearances in the tournament.

6. Karim Benzema
French striker Karim Benzema scored six Champions League goals in nine matches as a teenager while at Lyon.
He made his mark in Europe with outstanding performances before moving to Real Madrid, where he became one of the club’s greatest forwards.
Benzema won five Champions League titles with Madrid, playing a key role in their 2022 win as the top scorer.

7. Jude Bellingham
England’s Jude Bellingham scored six Champions League goals in 23 matches before he turned 20.
He made his name in the competition with Borussia Dortmund after joining from Birmingham City.
His great performances led to a move to Real Madrid, where he continues to stand out among Europe’s top midfielders.

8. Yakubu Aiyegbeni
Former Nigerian international Yakubu Aiyegbeni scored five goals in five Champions League matches as a teenager.
He had a great time at Israeli club Maccabi Haifa, scoring against Manchester United and netting a hat-trick against Olympiacos.
His performances in the tournament caught the attention of English clubs, leading to his move to Portsmouth.

9. Rodrygo
Brazilian forward Rodrygo netted five Champions League goals before he turned 20, achieving this in 11 matches.
He started impressively at Real Madrid after joining from Santos.
His performances in Europe helped him become one of the most exciting young attacking talents in football.

10. Désiré Doué
French forward Désiré Doué also reached five Champions League goals before turning 20.
The Paris Saint-Germain player has drawn attention for his skill, versatility, and attacking play.
His rise among Europe’s young goalscorers shows how teenage players are making a difference in the competition.