What happened. GiveMeSport ranked the top 20 strikers in world football, with Erling Haaland placed first among elite names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappe.

Ranking highlights the most prolific number nines globally.
Strikers are considered the most valuable assets in football.
Best teams often have the most prolific leading men.

The list sparks debate among fans about the current pecking order of the world's best forwards.

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