International matches have played a major role in this rise. Unlike men’s football, women’s football has seen a higher number of players crossing the 100-goal mark at international level. Her achievements place her among the greatest footballers in history, across both men’s and women’s games.Christine Sinclair is the highest international goal scorer in women’s football history. Hamm was a global icon and helped popularise women’s football worldwide. Her goal-scoring rate is among the best in international football.

Source: International New York Times January 22, 2026 22:26 UTC