Nine different top-flight clubs have representation in the list of 11 best scorers from the calendar year...check out the full standings below. Please note that this data is for the Premiership only and doesn’t include cup competitions.
Many thanks to Irish league stats man (@Sportdirectprem on X) for their help in compiling the list.
5. Lee Bonis (Larne, 16 goals)
Larne striker Lee Bonis rounded out 2023 by scoring in Saturday's 1-1 draw against league leaders Linfield - his 16th Premiership goal in 37 appearances throughout 2023 Photo: INPHO/Brian Little
6. Joel Cooper (Linfield, 16 goals)
Linfield's Joel Cooper has been unstoppable at times throughout 2023 and has scored 16 goals in 37 league appearances while also being one of their main creative forces in providing them too, helping David Healy's side sit top of the table going into 2024 Photo: INPHO/Presseye/Brian Little
7. Matthew Fitzpatrick (Glenavon/Linfield, 16 goals)
Matthew Fitzpatrick was named in 2022/23 Team of the Season for his exploits at Glenavon, which earned him a summer move to Linfield. His header in Saturday's draw with Larne brought his 2023 tally to 16 in 38 appearances Photo: INPHO/Presseye/Brian Little
8. Benji Magee (Loughgall, 14 goals)
Loughgall are enjoying a fine return to life in the Premiership and striker Benji Magee has been at the forefront of that. The 21-year-old scored in their 3-1 victory over Coleraine on Saturday to bring his league tally to 14 goals in only 23 appearances and will undoubtedly be attracting serious interest from around the country Photo: INPHO/Matt Mackey