Five Forgotten Golden Boot Heroes of the 21st Century

Forgotten Football Stars: Five Golden Boot Winners You Probably Didn't Know. Spain - A recent video by A Bote Pronto (@abotepronto_oficial) has brought to light five Golden Boot winners from the 21st century who have largely been forgotten. The video, uploaded on May 27th, 2025, uses a countdown format, highlighting each player's achievement and the year they won the award. The presenter, A Bote Pronto, notes that "the enthusiasm of the video adds to its appeal." One notable example is Mario Jardel, who won the award in 2002 playing for Porto and Sporting CP. The video also features Roy Makaay, who won in 2003 with Deportivo La Coruña. The video's popularity is evident in its 1784 views as of May 28th, 2025, indicating a potential interest in the topic among football enthusiasts. Although some of the claims might be considered slightly sensational, the video successfully brings attention to often-overlooked talents in the world of football.