
Overview of Penalty Takers in the Premier League
A comprehensive analysis of penalty takers across all 20 Premier League clubs has been conducted, focusing on their roles heading into the 2026/27 season.
Igor Thiago was the primary penalty taker for Brentford, successfully converting eight out of nine attempts last season. Chelsea's Cole Palmer also stood out, scoring six penalties from eight attempts, with Enzo Fernandez stepping in when needed. Erling Haaland took all six penalties for Manchester City, while Bruno Fernandes remained Manchester United's main choice, converting all but two of his attempts last season.
The article notes that while some players are established penalty takers, changes in team rosters can create uncertainty regarding who will take spot-kicks in the upcoming season.
