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Most goals in a calendar year

The current most goals in a calendar year record is 91 goals, held by Lionel Messi, set on December 22, 2012. Last checked October 10, 2026.

91

goals

Lionel Messi

José Zorrilla Stadium, Valladolid, Spain, 2012

Holder
Lionel Messi
Record
91 goals
Location
José Zorrilla Stadium, Valladolid, Spain
Date set
December 22, 2012
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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