Premier League Penalty Takers 2026/27: Cheat Sheet for Fantasy & Betting

Hunting for value in goalscorer markets requires more than checking who scored last weekend. If you are placing season-long Premier League top scorer 2026/27 bets or looking for weekly anytime goalscorer selections, it helps to know which players are first choice from the penalty spot.

That can be especially useful when assessing the latest Premier League odds or fine-tuning your weekly Premier League predictions, as regular penalty duties can add valuable scoring opportunities over the course of a season.

The club-by-club breakdown below covers the leading Premier League penalty takers, along with current hierarchies and career conversion records to help inform your betting decisions.

2026/27 Premier League Penalty Takers by Club

The table below lists each club’s likely first-choice Premier League penalty taker, along with career conversion rates and the main alternatives if duties change during the season.

Club	Primary Penalty Taker	Conversion Rate	Secondary Taker (Conversion Rate)
Arsenal	Bukayo Saka	85.0%	Viktor Gyokeres (90.9%) / Martin Odegaard (80.0%)
Aston Villa	Emiliano Buendia	66.7%	John McGinn (100%)
AFC Bournemouth	Justin Kluivert	88.9%	Junior Kroupi (100%)
Brentford	Igor Thiago	83.3%	Kevin Schade (0.0%)
Brighton & Hove Albion	Pascal Gross	76.5%	Matt O’Riley (75.0%)
Chelsea	Cole Palmer	92.0%	Estevao (80.0%)
Coventry City	Jack Rudoni	100.0%	Haji Wright (89.5%) / Victor Torp (77.8%)
Crystal Palace	Jean-Philippe Mateta	89.5%	Ismaila Sarr (81.8%)
Everton	Thierno Barry	80.0%	James Garner (75.0%)
Fulham	Rodrigo Muniz	100%	Antonee Robinson (100%)
Hull City	Oli McBurnie	78.9%	Matt Crooks (No recorded penalties)
Ipswich Town	Jack Clarke	100%	Zian Flemming (87.5%) / Emersonn (100%)
Leeds United	Dominic Calvert-Lewin	86.7%	Lukas Nmecha (83.9%)
Liverpool	Dominik Szoboszlai	91.3%	Alexander Isak (76.0%) / Cody Gakpo (91.7%)
Manchester City	Erling Haaland	85.1%	Antoine Semenyo (66.7%)
Manchester United	Bruno Fernandes	89.5%	Bryan Mbeumo (91.7%)
Newcastle United	Yoane Wissa	81.3%	Will Osula (No recorded penalties)
Nottingham Forest	Morgan Gibbs-White	72.7%	Chris Wood (92.1%)
Sunderland	Enzo Le Fee	66.7%	Habib Diarra (100.0%)
Tottenham Hotspur	Dominic Solanke	88.2%	Mohammed Kudus (85.7%)

Conversion rates are calculated from Transfermarkt’s recorded career penalties, including youth matches where listed and excluding shoot-outs. Figures checked on 14 October 2026.

Every Club’s Penalty Taker: Maximise Premier League Betting Value

As the table demonstrates, tracking every club’s Premier League penalty taker is one of the simplest ways to add useful context to betting and fantasy football decisions. While teams like Manchester City and Chelsea rely on established specialists such as Erling Haaland and Cole Palmer, mid-table and lower-ranked sides can also feature designated takers who receive less attention.

A primary penalty taker from an underdog side has an additional route to goal if their team wins a spot-kick. That can be useful whether you are assessing selections from our Premier League accumulator tips or choosing players for your FPL squad.

Premier League penalties 2026/27: Scored and missed

We will track every Premier League penalty taken during the 2026/27 season, including the taker, opposition and whether the spot-kick was scored or missed.

Premier League penalties only. Last checked on 30 October 2026.

Lessons From the Spot: Practical Betting Insights

Penalty data is useful, but the context around each fixture matters too. Here are a few ways penalty-taking roles can influence goalscorer betting:

Backing penalty takers from dominant attacking teams

Designated penalty takers from strong attacking sides can benefit from teams spending more time in and around the opposition box. More touches in dangerous areas can increase the chances of fouls and handballs, giving regular takers an additional route to goal alongside their open-play opportunities.

Checking playing time and penalty responsibility

A strong conversion record is only useful if the player is on the pitch when a penalty is awarded. Check likely minutes, substitution patterns and whether another regular taker could start alongside your selection.

Using substitution offers

Some betting offers can reduce the impact of an early substitution on player bets. bet365’s Sub On Play On carries qualifying selections over to the direct replacement, while Paddy Power’s Super Sub can also settle a qualifying player bet as a winner if the replacement completes the required outcome. Terms, eligible markets and competitions vary by operator.

Fluid penalty-taking hierarchies

Some clubs have a clear first-choice taker, while others operate with a more flexible hierarchy. Injuries, substitutions, recent misses or changes in personnel can all lead to a secondary option stepping up, so it is worth checking the latest team context rather than relying on a fixed pre-season order.

I once backed a striker who won a penalty, only to be forced off injured by the tackle that caused it. The secondary taker scored, while my bet transferred to the defensive midfielder replacing him, turning a perfect read into a losing slip. – Stuart Brown

Strategic Advantages of Targeting Penalty Takers

Understanding a team’s designated penalty taker can add useful context across several Premier League betting markets.

Betting on goalscorer markets

Backing a primary penalty taker gives an anytime goalscorer bet an additional route to goal. In tight matches where open-play chances are limited, one foul or handball inside the box can create an opportunity that would not otherwise exist. That can be particularly relevant when assessing mid-table or underdog attackers who may receive fewer chances from open play.

Premier League top goalscorer

Penalty duties can make a meaningful difference in the Premier League top goalscorer race. A regular taker may add several goals over the course of a 38-game season, so it is worth considering penalty responsibility alongside open-play expected goals (xG), minutes played and overall attacking role.

Title race & top 4 markets

Penalty conversion can also influence close matches and, over time, team point totals. When assessing Premier League winner odds or Premier League top 4 odds, a reliable taker is one small but relevant part of a team’s attacking profile.

Relegation battles

For clubs expected to spend the season near the bottom of the table, penalties can be especially valuable because goals are often harder to come by. A dependable taker can help turn limited attacking opportunities into points, making spot-kick reliability another factor to consider alongside Premier League relegation odds.

Fantasy Premier League (FPL) strategy

Penalty-taking midfielders can be particularly attractive in FPL because midfield goals score more points than forward goals, while clean-sheet points can add further value. A player with regular minutes, attacking involvement and penalty duties may therefore offer stronger upside than a similarly priced player without set-piece responsibility.

Premier League Set-Piece Takers 2026/27

Penalty takers attract most of the attention, but free-kicks and corners can also provide useful context when assessing goalscorer and assist markets. Tracking Premier League set-piece takers in 2026/27 can help identify players with extra routes to attacking returns beyond open play.

Direct free-kick duties offer an additional scoring opportunity, while regular corner takers are particularly relevant when assessing assist potential. Playing time, delivery quality and the teammates attacking those deliveries also matter.

Premier League direct free-kick takers 2026/27

The table below lists the expected main options and alternatives for direct free-kicks. Duties can depend on distance, angle and which players are on the pitch, and a clear second choice has not been established at every club.

Expected options checked on 8 October 2026. Shared entries indicate that a clear order is not established. Selection, fitness and the position of the free-kick can affect who takes it.

Premier League corner takers 2026/27

Below are the leading Premier League corner takers for all 20 clubs. Duties can be shared by side of the pitch or change with substitutions, so these are the main expected options rather than a fixed order.

Expected corner-taking options checked on 8 October 2026. Duties may be shared and depend on the starting line-up, substitutions and side of the pitch.

Historical Premier League Penalty Data (Regular Time)

Premier League penalty numbers have varied considerably from season to season. VAR was introduced in 2019/20 and penalties reached a recent high of 124 in 2020/21, but subsequent campaigns have generally returned closer to pre-VAR levels.

Premier League penalty records 2025/26

Premier League Penalty Takers 2026/27 FAQs

Are penalty goals included in anytime goalscorer bets?

Penalty goals scored during the regular 90 minutes plus stoppage time count towards standard Anytime Goalscorer bets. The goal is settled in the same way as one scored from open play, provided the player and market meet the bookmaker’s usual rules. Goals scored during a penalty shoot-out do not count towards these markets.

What is the average penalty conversion rate in the Premier League?

The Premier League penalty conversion rate varies by season and the period measured. Opta reported that 81.9% were scored across the four seasons ending in 2023/24. Penalties are among football’s highest-quality scoring chances, although their assigned expected goals value depends on the data provider and model.

What happens to my anytime goalscorer bet if the primary taker is subbed off?

Under standard rules, an anytime goalscorer bet will lose if your selected player is substituted without scoring. Some bookmakers offer promotions such as Paddy Power’s Super Sub or bet365’s Sub On Play On, which can transfer qualifying bets to the replacement player. Eligible markets and settlement rules vary, so it is worth checking the individual offer terms before betting.

How often are penalties awarded in a Premier League season?

Recent completed Premier League seasons have generally produced around 80 to 125 penalties across 380 matches, equivalent to roughly one every three to five games. The total varies considerably, and penalties are not distributed evenly between clubs. A team’s previous penalty count therefore does not guarantee a similar number the following season.

What happens to an anytime goalscorer bet if my selected player doesn’t start?

If your selected player takes no part in the match, an anytime goalscorer selection is normally void. If they come on as a substitute, settlement depends on the bookmaker: some count any appearance, while others require the player to start. Check the market rules before betting, particularly if your selection is not a confirmed starter.

Does taking penalties impact a player’s EPL top goalscorer chances?

Regular penalty duties can make a meaningful difference to a player’s EPL top goalscorer chances over a full season. A reliable taker may add several goals to their total, which can be important in a close Golden Boot race. Penalty responsibility should still be weighed alongside open-play chances, expected goals, minutes played and the strength of the player’s attacking team.