Best Forwards in the Ligue 1 2025/26
Per-90 performance rankings · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 6 players ranked
Based on per-90 statistics across 6 Ligue 1 forwards in 2025/26, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leads the ranking as a Complete Forward with a composite score of 0.85. Igor Paixão (Inside Forward) ranks second at 0.78, followed by Odsonne Édouard (Poacher) at 0.59. All rankings are calculated using Rising Transfers' 47-dimension per-90 analysis methodology.
Methodology: Per-90 stats explained · DNA matching
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
26 games · Gabon
Igor Paixão
25 games · Brazil
Odsonne Édouard
24 games · France
Full Ligue 1 Forwards Rankings
| # | Player | Style | Goals/90 | Ast/90 | Shots/90 | Games | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Complete Forward | 0.46 | 0.76 | 3.36 | 26 | Similar → |
| 2 | Igor Paixão | Inside Forward | 0.77 | 0.19 | 2.87 | 25 | Similar → |
| 3 | Odsonne Édouard | Poacher | 0.50 | 0.25 | 2.25 | 24 | Similar → |
| 4 | Wesley Saïd | Complete Forward | 0.20 | 0.00 | 2.22 | 24 | Similar → |
| 5 | Mohamed-Ali Cho | Complete Forward | 0.00 | 0.22 | 1.79 | 20 | Similar → |
| 6 | Habib Diallo | Target Man | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.93 | 23 | Similar → |
KP = Key passes · TW = Tackles won · Int = Interceptions · Clr = Clearances · GC = Goals conceded
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best forward in the Ligue 1 right now?
Based on per-90 data in 2025/26, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is the top-ranked forward in the Ligue 1. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is classified as a Complete Forward by Rising Transfers' DNA analysis system.
How are Ligue 1 forwards ranked on Rising Transfers?
Rising Transfers ranks forwards using a composite per-90 score across key performance dimensions specific to the position. All statistics are normalised per 90 minutes of play to allow fair comparison between players with different minutes. Only players with 1,350+ minutes (equivalent to approximately 15 full matches) are included to ensure statistical reliability.
What does the DNA archetype mean for forwards?
Each player is assigned a DNA archetype (e.g. Creator, Ball-Winner, Pressing Forward) based on their playing style vector — a 768-dimensional representation of their per-90 performance across 47 metrics. The archetype describes how the player plays, not just their position.
How often is the Ligue 1 forward ranking updated?
Rankings are recalculated weekly as new match data is processed into Rising Transfers' DNA pipeline. The underlying per-90 statistics are sourced from live match data across the Ligue 1 season.
Forwards Rankings in Other Leagues
Other Positions in the Ligue 1
Rankings are generated by Rising Transfers using per-90 statistics from the 2025/26 Ligue 1 season. Only players with 1,350+ minutes in the current season are included to ensure statistical reliability. Scores are computed using a position-specific composite formula across 47 performance dimensions. Data is refreshed weekly. Learn more about our methodology →
Some players may be excluded due to data availability (e.g. mid-season transfers, injury absences, or cup-only appearances). Rankings reflect on-pitch statistical performance and do not account for team defensive structure or shot quality — elite players on dominant teams may rank lower on volume-based metrics.