buteur

Buteur is a French term commonly used in association football (soccer) to refer to a goal scorer. It literally translates to "shooter" or "scorer" in English. The term is most frequently used in sports journalism and commentary in French-speaking countries to identify the player who has scored a goal. While it specifically denotes the act of scoring, it is often used interchangeably with "attaquant" (striker) when referring to players whose primary role is to score. A player who consistently scores many goals is often referred to as a "gros buteur" or a prolific goal scorer. The concept of a "buteur" is central to the game of football, as scoring goals is the ultimate objective and the primary determinant of victory. Statistics related to "buteurs" are widely followed by fans and analysts, with leagues often having a "tableau des buteurs" or a top scorers' list.