EHF Champions League: Mario Šoštarič Joins the 100-Goal Club as the 14th Man in the history!
The EHF Champions League has long been the pinnacle of European club handball, showcasing some of the sport’s most prolific goal-scorers. Over the years, only a select few have managed to break the 100-goal mark in a single season, cementing their place among the tournament’s greatest.
Now, in the 2024–25 season, Mario Šoštarič of OTP Bank – PICK Szeged has joined this elite group, scoring 102 goals so far with the season still ongoing.
Record Holders and Legendary Scorers
Mikkel Hansen: The Unmatched Record
Danish superstar Mikkel Hansen holds the all-time record for most goals scored in a single EHF Champions League season. Playing for Paris Saint-Germain in 2015–16, he netted an astonishing 141 goals, a feat that remains unbeaten.
Other Elite Scorers
Following Hansen on the list is Momir Ilić, who scored 120 goals for MVM Veszprém in 2015–16. Filip Jícha, another legendary name, recorded 119 goals in the 2009–10 season for THW Kiel.
Several other players have left their mark on the competition, including Uwe Gensheimer (115 goals, 2016–17), Kamil Syprzak (112 goals, 2023–24), and Kiril Lazarov (109 goals, 2015–16).
Mario Šoštarič’s Historic Season
The latest player to join the 100-goal club is Mario Šoštarič, who has 102 goals and counting in the 2024–25 season for OTP Bank – PICK Szeged. With more matches to play, he has the potential to climb even higher in the rankings.
Full List of Highest Goal-Scoring Seasons
| Player | Goals | Team | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikkel Hansen | 141 | Paris Saint-Germain | 2015–16 |
| Momir Ilić | 120 | MVM Veszprém | 2015–16 |
| Filip Jícha | 119 | THW Kiel | 2009–10 |
| Uwe Gensheimer | 115 | Paris Saint-Germain | 2016–17 |
| Kamil Syprzak | 112 | Paris Saint-Germain | 2023–24 |
| Kiril Lazarov | 109 | Barcelona Lassa | 2015–16 |
| Emil Madsen | 107 | GOG | 2022–23 |
| Dika Mem | 106 | Barça | 2023–24 |
| Aleix Gómez | 104 | Barça | 2021–22 |
| Marko Vujin | 103 | THW Kiel | 2015–16 |
| Mario Šoštarič | 102* | OTP Bank – PICK Szeged | 2024–25 |
| Dean Bombač | 101 | MOL-Pick Szeged | 2015–16 |
| Hans Lindberg | 101 | HSV Hamburg | 2012–13 |
| Arkadiusz Moryto | 100 | Barlinek Industria Kielce | 2022–23 |
(*Ongoing season)
A Legacy of Excellence
Scoring over 100 goals in a single season is a remarkable achievement that requires exceptional skill, consistency, and endurance. These players have etched their names into the history of the EHF Champions League, inspiring future generations to reach even greater heights.
With the 2024–25 season still in progress, could Mario Šoštarič climb further up the list? Or will a new challenger emerge? Fans worldwide will be watching eagerly.
PHOTO: Pick Szeged/ Sólya Eliza
