Premier League’s 25 Best Penalty Takers – Ranked
Scoring a penalty in the Premier League is about more than just technique; it’s about handling pressure in front of thousands in the stadium and millions watching worldwide. This list ranks the top 25 penalty takers in Premier League history (with at least 10 attempts), moving from 25th to 1st, each entry built on success rate and composure.
25. Harry Kane – 89.2% (33/37)
Harry Kane converted 33 of his 37 Premier League penalties, showing consistent reliability from the spot. Seven of those came against Arsenal, highlighting his ability to score in high-pressure derbies.
24. James Milner – 89.5% (17/19)
Milner was dependable from the spot, scoring 17 out of 19 penalties across his Premier League career. His approach was straightforward and efficient, rarely missing in crucial moments.
23. Eden Hazard – 89.5% (17/19)
Hazard converted 17 penalties from 19 attempts, often using a patient run-up and reading the goalkeeper. His success rate reflects his calmness and timing in execution.
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22. Mikel Arteta – 89.5% (17/19)
Arteta maintained a high standard from the penalty spot, with 17 goals in 19 attempts. He often stepped up during tight games, contributing important goals for both Everton and Arsenal.
21. Erling Haaland – 89.5% (17/19)
Haaland scored 17 penalties out of 19, using power and precision to beat goalkeepers. Despite a couple of misses, his overall efficiency places him among the league’s best.
20. João Pedro – 90.0% (9/10)
João Pedro has scored 9 of his first 10 Premier League penalties, showing confidence early in his career. His clean and controlled technique suggests he will remain reliable moving forward.
19. Alexis Mac Allister – 90.0% (9/10)
Mac Allister’s 90% rate includes important penalties for Brighton and Liverpool. His only miss came in 2022, and he has been composed and effective since.
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18. Peter Beardsley – 90.0% (18/20)
Beardsley scored 18 of his 20 penalties in the Premier League, consistently delivering under pressure. His accuracy and placement made him one of the most effective takers of his era.
17. Frank Leboeuf – 90.9% (10/11)
Leboeuf scored 10 of 11 penalties for Chelsea, often with precision and minimal fuss. His conversion rate is among the highest for a defender in Premier League history.
16. Gary Speed – 90.9% (10/11)
Speed converted 10 of 11 Premier League penalties across his career. He was calm in execution and reliable whenever given the opportunity.
15. Danny Ings – 90.9% (10/11)
Ings has taken 11 penalties in the Premier League and scored 10 of them. His straightforward style and accuracy made him a consistent scorer.
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14. Leighton Baines – 90.9% (20/22)
Baines scored 20 penalties out of 22 attempts, becoming Everton’s primary taker for years. His technique combined precision with consistency.
13. Bryan Mbeumo – 90.9% (10/11)
Mbeumo had a perfect record until his 11th attempt, which was saved in May 2025. Before that, he was flawless and composed in every attempt.
12. Aleksander Isak – 91.7% (11/12)
Isak has scored 11 penalties out of 12 in the Premier League, becoming a dependable taker for Newcastle. His placement and rhythm have been effective.
11. Bukayo Saka – 91.7% (11/12)
Saka has maintained a 91.7% conversion rate from the spot, scoring 11 times. His calm demeanor and precision reflect maturity beyond his years.
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10. Ivan Toney – 91.7% (11/12)
Toney had a perfect record until his 11th attempt, which he missed in 2023. He later scored again in the same match, maintaining his reputation as one of the most accurate.
9. Thierry Henry – 92.0% (23/25)
Henry scored 23 of 25 penalties without ever being denied by a goalkeeper. Both of his misses hit the post, showing his consistency and ability to beat the keeper.
8. Cole Palmer – 92.9% (13/14)
Palmer started his Premier League penalty career with 12 straight goals before missing his 13th. With 13 goals from 14, he has quickly become one of the top young takers.
7. Julian Dicks – 93.8% (15/16)
Dicks converted 15 of his 16 penalties in the Premier League. His only miss came against David Seaman, but his overall record reflects near-perfection.
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6. James Beattie – 94.1% (16/17)
Beattie scored 16 penalties out of 17, rarely showing nerves from the spot. His consistency made him a reliable goal source for multiple seasons.
5. Callum Wilson – 94.1% (16/17)
Wilson has converted 16 of his 17 Premier League penalties. His ability to stay composed under pressure has made him Newcastle’s go-to taker.
4. Danny Murphy – 94.7% (18/19)
Murphy’s 94.7% conversion rate stands out among midfielders. His only miss came in 2008, but he scored on the rebound, underlining his focus.
3. Matthew Le Tissier – 96.2% (25/26)
Le Tissier is one of the most iconic penalty takers in Premier League history. He missed just once, early in his career, before scoring his final 23 in a row.
2. Raúl Jiménez – 100% (10/10)
Jiménez has taken 10 Premier League penalties and scored every one of them. His flawless record puts him at the top in terms of efficiency.
1. Yaya Touré – 100% (11/11)
Touré converted all 11 of his Premier League penalties, many of which were decisive goals. His perfect record, combined with the number of winning goals, ranks him at the top of the list.
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