As of 2023, Brazilian forward Marta held the record for the most FIFA Women's World Cup goals, with 17 in total. This was one goal more than the top goal scorer for the men's World Cup, Miroslav Klose, who scored a total of 16 World Cup goals during his career.
All-time leading goal scorers in the FIFA Women's World Cup as of 2023
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