ISL 2025-26 Top Scorers: Jamie Maclaren and Ezzejari leads the chart

Alfred Planas made his name in the list

The Indian Super League 2025-26 season has started with new hope for Indian football. As the league slowly stepped up, the respective teams rose against all odds to become the table toppers because this is the new version of ISL.

In this new format, any point loss will be a key miss for any team, where they could try to gain the important points by scoring a ton of goals and making the team’s defence stand still. As teams begin their campaign, many players have already made a strong start for the ISL Golden Boot 2025-26.

Right now, Youssef Ezzejari, East Bengal FC’s newest edition this year, has equalled the goal number with Jamie Maclaren, who was at the top of the list from very early. Both players are now leading the ISL Golden Boot race with seven goals under their belt. Followed by them, Dezan Drazic and Chhangte, with the same number of goals, both scored four goals each. Punjab FC forward Effiong are still in third with five goals.

In the Indian Super League, many players have stepped up early to score as much as possible. Several attackers and midfielders have started their journey towards the ISL Golden Boot to prove their worth and help their respective teams win the league title.

As the league continues to unfold, the legacy it brings and the competition among the top scorers begin.

Drazic and Chhangte with the same goals

As the league continues to regain its form, traditionally, many players stand out very highly to prove themselves. Dezan Drazic and Chhangte made their name into the list. The Striker who played for Celta Vigo once, FC Goa Striker Dezan Drazic, is performing day in and day out for The Gaurs in the ISL.

Both of them have each scored four goals, keeping the pressure on the leaders. Their ability to find the net regularly has played a key role in their team’s attacking performances in the ISL. Also with Dezan Drazic, the star player from the Mumbai City FC, Chhangte is also visible in the stat table with four goals as same as Drazic.

Just behind the top four, these players are on the verge of getting the strong contender ship of the ISL Golden Boot. Drazic’s ability to operate across the forward line, combined with his technical skills and creativity, has allowed him to influence games in multiple ways. If you need a goal, you can call him anytime, and he will deliver by scoring goals or creating chances for teammates, who have proven to be a valuable asset for FC Goa.

Effiong for Punjab FC in the race

On the other hand, Punjab FC foreigner Effiong Nsungusi also has five goals under his name. His aerial presence and physicality make him different from others. The Nigerian forward has already delivered important goals for his team, which makes him a constant threat to the opponents.

Alfred Planas scored four goals

The Inter Kashi forward Alfred Planas, who scored a vital brace against Chennaiyin FC at their home, has secured his name in the fourth spot in the stat table with four goals. For Inter Kashi FC, his inclusion has been amazing this season with his sheer mentality and pace throughout both flanks and centrally. The forward has displayed the pace and excellent finishing ability inside the box. He scored two second-half goals against the Marina Machans in their past fixture, which gave him the limelight. Alfred Planas’s run of form is very important for the Inter Kashi FC to survive this season.

East Bengal FC’s Youssef Ezzejari leads with Maclaren

East Bengal FC has done something different in this ISL season. With a lot of expectations from the Moshal fans, East Bengal FC has started their journey after constant heartbreak and poor results. Under the guidance of Spanish coach Oscar Bruzon, they are really impressive this season, which allows them to sit fifth on the table of ISL.

And talking about a good form, then we need to share the great performance by Red and Gold Brigade’s new inclusion, Youssef Ezzejari, into the team. He has been a key figure for the team. The forward has displayed the pace and excellent finishing ability inside the box. His goals have come at crucial moments, helping the Kolkata-based club remain competitive in their early fixtures.

He is now as same goals as Mohun Bagan SG striker Jamie Maclaren with seven goals in hand. His performance against Mohammedan SC, where East Bengal FC scored a record seven goals against the Black Panthers, was really the reason for his race-leading instinct.

Youssef Ezzejari now leads the ISL Golden Boot race with Jamie with seven goals.

Jamie Maclaren’s lead for the Golden Boot race continues

Currently sitting at the top of the Indian Super League Golden Boot race, Jamie Maclaren is the prolific striker from Mohun Bagan SG. The Australian forward has again shown his class by scoring a hat-trick against Odisha FC. He has enjoyed a sensational start to the campaign, scoring seven goals in the early matches of the season.

His sharp movement inside the penalty area, intelligent positioning and clinical finishing have been the key factors behind his goal-scoring ability. Time and time again, he has converted half-chances into goals that made him one of the most dangerous attackers in the Indian Super League.

But alongside him, Youssef Ezzejari from his arch-rival club East Bengal FC is now leading the race with seven goals, and both are very important for their respective sides this season. Jamie has been key for the Mariners, and Youssef ignited just one match before. They are consistently delivering their performances for the teams, which has made them the early frontrunners in the game.

Players with the most goals in ISL 2025-26

• Youssef Ezzejjari (East Bengal) – 7 goals
• Jamie Maclaren (Mohun Bagan SG) – 7 goals
• Effiong Nsungusi (Punjab FC) – 5 goals
• Dejan Drazic (FC Goa) – 4 goals
• Alfred Planas (Inter Kashi) – 4 goals

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