Top five goal scorers in Bayern Munich history

One of the biggest clubs in the history of Bundesliga, Bayern Munich has seen top marksmen donning their jerseys, over the years. These strikers have not only lived up to the hype surrounding them but also made fans believe in them to lift the major competitions and trophies. They lit the Allianz Arena brighter than before in the competition or in that game. To be as successful as Bayern Munich, there have to be some reliable strikers who are not only lightning-fast but also have greater shots on target, testing the resistance of the opposition.

The Bavarian giants have consistently dominated German football and left their mark in the competition. Here are the top five goal scorers in Bayern Munich history who have helped the club to become one of the most formidable institutions. 

Top five goals scorers in Bayern Munich history: 

1) Gerd Muller - 613 games - 570 goals 

Known as “Der Bomber”, Gerd Muller has been the pure goal scorer in the history of football and not only Bayern Munich. The superstar had the ability to find space in the crowded penalty areas and with his clinical finishing, he was an unstoppable force. While he was short, when compared to current generation tall strikers, his acceleration made him the best forward. During his time at Bayern , he helped transform the club into a European powerhouse. 

He has a goal-to-game ratio of almost one for the number of games he has played, it is something that can never be broken. His achievements include four top scorer awards in the Bundesliga, the 1970 European Footballer of the Year, and crucial goals in three consecutive European Cup victories. 

2) Robert Lewandowski - 375 games - 344 goals

One of the adopted sons of a football club of stature like Bayern Munich, Robert Lewandowski was one of the most famous strikers of the generation. During his time at the time, Bayern went to be a dominant force across Germany as well as Europe. He became the second-highest goalscorer in the history of the club despite joining the club at the age of 26 from a direct rival. 

Lewandowski achieved one of the best seasons of his footballing career when he broke Gerd Muller’s record of 40 goals in a single season, finishing with 41. During his time with Bayern Munich, he won seven consecutive Bundesliga top scorer awards and led the club to a historic title in 2020. 

3) Thomas Muller - 738 games - 247 games 

Neither a true striker nor a traditional attacking midfielder, Thomas Muller defied the conventional categorization of a footballer. He called himself “Raumdeuter”, which referred to a player with skills for finding and exploiting the perfect spaces. His intelligence, and ability to read the game made him one of the most valuable assets for the club. 

Muller was a product of Bayern’s youth academy and embodied the philosophy of the club with his record of assists and goals. His trophy cabinet includes over 30 major honors, cementing his status as one of the most decorated players in the history of the club. 

4) Rainer Ohlhauser - 360 games - 229 goals

Rainer Ohlhauser was the goal-scoring force behind Bayern Munich's rise to prominence in the 1960s. Operating primarily as a center-forward during an era when Bayern was still establishing itself as a major force, Ohlhauser's clinical finishing and aerial prowess provided the foundation for the club's subsequent dynasties. 

His partnership with Franz Roth and Gerd Müller formed one of the most formidable attacking trios in German football. Ohlhauser's greatest contribution came in Bayern's first European trophy win, where he went on to score the goal against Rangers in the finals. While he got overshadowed because of his counterparts during his time, his early exploits made the club what it is today. 

5) Karl-Heinz Rummenigge -  422 games - 217 goals

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge had a profound impact on the club, not only on the pitch but also off the pitch. As a player, famously known as “Kalle”, he combined pace with brilliance to top it up with finishing precision. The player’s ability to score spectacular goals made him an instant favorite while his leadership qualities made him the captain of the club’s most successful era. 

With individual brilliance, Rummenigge’s brilliance helped him to earn back-to-back European Footballer of the Year awards in 1980 and 1981. He formed a great partnership with Breitner and helped the club win multiple titles and European finals. He returned to the club as chairman of the executive board, helping the club transform into a modern superpower, leaving a lasting impact.