The European Championship has been blessed to have some of the greatest goal-scorers in footballing history. These stars have dominated world football by consistently finding the back of the net for the clubs or their national teams while bringing this magic to the Euros.
With the 2024 edition of the continental tournament kicking off with some high-scoring games, let us look back at the Players with Most Goals scored in a single UEFA Euro edition.
Players with Most Goals scored in a single UEFA Euro edition
Michel Platini - 9 goals
Topping the list is France legend Michel Platini who smashed 9 goals in the 1984 edition of the European Championship. In his home tournament, Platini showcased his magic by scoring two hattricks in the group stage against Yugoslavia and Belgium. Then in the knockouts, Platini scored the winner against Portugal and then in the final opened the scoring against Spain before the Les Bleus doubled their lead to win the tournament.
