Brentford striker Igor Thiago has become the first Brazilian to score 20 goals in a single Premier League season, setting a new record in the 2025/26 campaign.
According to a post on Fabrizio Romano’s official X account, “Igor Thiago, the first Brazilian ever to score 20 Premier League goals in a single season.” The striker reached the milestone in Brentford’s latest fixture, confirming his rise as one of the league’s standout forwards.
The Premier League’s official statistics page also confirms Thiago’s tally, listing his 2025/26 record at 20 league goals.
Earlier in the season, the league noted that Thiago had already surpassed the previous best mark for a Brazilian forward, which stood at 15 goals jointly held by Matheus Cunha, Gabriel Martinelli, and Roberto Firmino.
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Thiago joined Brentford from Club Brugge in July 2024 and has quickly established himself as one of the most lethal strikers in England.
In addition, his tally of 20 goals surpasses the best returns of other Brazilian stars such as Gabriel Jesus, Roberto Firmino, and Richarlison, none of whom managed to hit the 20‑goal mark in a single season.
At the same time, the 24‑year‑old has boosted Brentford’s attacking power and raised his profile across Europe.
His contract runs until 2031, giving Brentford leverage in any future transfer talks. Market analysts currently value him at around €50 million, a figure likely to rise if he maintains his form.
Looking ahead, Thiago’s achievement has been celebrated in Brazil, where fans see him as the latest striker carrying the nation’s footballing legacy into Europe’s top leagues.
By reaching 20 goals, Igor Thiago has written his name into Premier League history and set a new benchmark for Brazilian forwards in England.
