46 Goals: Record Broken at Anfield as Havertz Makes History
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz became the highest-scoring German player in Premier League history on November 3, 2026, scoring the winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield Road. The decisive strike took his total tally to 46 goals in 172 appearances, pushing him past former Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gündogan, who held the previous benchmark of 45.
Havertz’s milestone highlights his central role in Mikel Arteta’s attack following his arrival from London rivals Chelsea. His overall total comprises 19 goals netted during his tenure at Stamford Bridge, alongside 27 scored since joining Arsenal.
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clubAll-Time German Goalscoring Shift in North London
The record-breaking finish moves Havertz clear at the top of a historical list dominated by central midfielders and playmakers. Behind Gündogan’s 45 goals, former Brighton midfielder Pascal Groß ranks third in all-time German Premier League scoring with 34 goals, while former Arsenal midfielder Mesut Özil sits fourth with 33 goals.
| Player | Premier League Goals |
|---|---|
| Kai Havertz | 46 |
| Ilkay Gündogan | 45 |
| Pascal Groß | 34 |
| Mesut Özil | 33 |
The 1-0 result at Anfield secures three points for Arsenal in their ongoing campaign while establishing a new individual benchmark in English football history.
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playerAccording to Premier League Official Statistics, Havertz now stands alone as the division’s most prolific German international.
Q1: How many Premier League goals has Kai Havertz scored? A1: Kai Havertz has scored 46 Premier League goals,