This is how the Golden Boot works: how it is scored, coefficients and why some leagues count more than others

The Golden Boot: Scoring System and League Coefficients

The Golden Boot is one of the most prestigious awards in world football, with the best strikers competing each season.

Behind the trophy is a scoring system designed to balance merit between European leagues. The Golden Boot is calculated by multiplying the number of goals scored by the difficulty coefficient of the league.

This system measures not only the number of goals, but also the competitiveness of the tournament in which they are scored.

These strongest leagues have a coefficient of two points per goal.

The award not only measures the number of goals, but also the competitiveness of the tournament in which they are scored.

Author's summary: The Golden Boot scoring system balances merit between leagues.

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MARCA MARCA — 2025-10-31

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