FPL 2025/26: Penalty and Set-Piece Takers for All 20 Premier League Teams

Every Premier League team’s confirmed and predicted penalty takers and set-piece specialists for the 2025/26 FPL season.

The Fantasy Premier League season is back, and for serious managers, knowing who takes penalties, free kicks, and corners can make the difference between a good week and a green arrow.

Last season proved again that set-piece takers are FPL gold – think of the points Cole Palmer racked up from the spot, or James Ward-Prowse’s deliveries in seasons prior.

Some of these players are premium assets like Mohamed Salah or Erling Haaland, but others are mid-price bargains who quietly rack up assists and bonus points.

Below, you’ll find a club-by-club guide to all expected penalty takers and set-piece specialists for 2025/26 – updated with summer transfers, pre-season clues, and likely roles.

FPL Penalty and Set-Piece Takers 2025/26

Arsenal – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Bukayo Saka remains the main man from the spot, though summer signing Viktor Gyokeres could challenge if he’s on the pitch. Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard take most direct free-kicks, while Saka and Rice typically split corners.

Aston Villa – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Ollie Watkins should keep penalty duties, but Youri Tielemans is a capable deputy. John McGinn and Lucas Digne rotate direct free-kicks.

Bournemouth – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Justin Kluivert converted six penalties last season and looks like the first choice. James Tavernier is the Cherries’ dead-ball specialist.

Brentford – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Yoane Wissa will stay on penalties if he remains at the club. Mikkel Damsgaard handles most set-pieces.

Brighton – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

With Joao Pedro gone, Danny Welbeck should be on pens. Matt O’Riley offers an alternative and takes a share of free-kicks and corners – but whether he remains at the club is up in the air.

Burnley – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

With last season’s spot-kick takers Josh Brownhill and Jay Rodriguez gone, Ashley Barnes is back and expected to be first choice from the spot. Jacob Bruun Larsen is next in line. Jaidon Anthony handles most free-kicks and corners.

Chelsea – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Cole Palmer was flawless from the spot last season and should remain Chelsea’s number one penalty taker, even after Joao Pedro’s arrival. Reece James and Enzo Fernandez share corners with Pedro Neto.

Crystal Palace – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eberechi Eze share penalty duties, though Eze dominates free-kicks and corners. Any transfer involving Eze could change the picture.

Everton – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Iliman Ndiaye keeps penalty duty, with Beto as backup. Carlos Alcaraz, James Garner, and Dwight McNeil share free-kick and corner responsibilities.

Fulham – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Raul Jimenez remains the first choice from the spot, with Andreas Pereira as his deputy and chief set-piece specialist. Should Harry Wilson break into the team as a regular starter, his set-piece quality would make him a shrewd asset.

Leeds United – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Pascal Struijk is a rare defender who takes penalties – great value if he starts. Joel Piroe offers competition for both penalties and free-kicks.

Liverpool – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Mohamed Salah is the undisputed first choice from the spot, with Cody Gakpo as a potential deputy. Alexis Mac Allister takes most corners.

Manchester City – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Erling Haaland keeps penalties, with Omar Marmoush as an alternative. Phil Foden and Bernardo Silva are key in free-kick and corner rotations.

Manchester United – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Bruno Fernandes remains the main man for penalties, free-kicks, and corners. New signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha could step in if required.

Newcastle United – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

If Alexander Isak stays, he’s first choice from the spot. If not, Anthony Gordon could take over. Kieran Trippier still commands a large share of set-pieces when he plays.

Nottingham Forest – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Chris Wood keeps penalty duty, with Morgan Gibbs-White as backup and chief free-kick taker.

Sunderland – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Patrick Roberts is first choice for both penalties and free-kicks, with Enzo Le Fee taking most corners. However, after Granit Xhaka was named new Sunderland captain, expect the Swiss midfielder to assume responsibility.

Tottenham Hotspur – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Dominic Solanke is first-choice penalty taker following Heung-min Son’s departure, with Richarlison as backup. James Maddison would’ve been on free-kicks if it weren’t for his injury, but now Pedro Porro could step in.

West Ham United – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Lucas Paqueta and Jarrod Bowen should take penalties and most free-kicks, with James Ward-Prowse and Emerson on corners.

Wolves – Penalty & Set-Piece Takers

Hwang Hee-chan should take penalties in 2025/26. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde is the main free-kick taker.

Why Set-Piece Takers Are FPL Gold

• Penalties have a high conversion rate – one goal can turn a 2-pointer into a double-digit haul.

• Direct free-kicks offer goal threat even in tough fixtures.

• Corner takers rack up assists from set-piece headers.

Savvy FPL managers use this information not just for initial squad building, but for Gameweek captaincy punts, bench boost strategy, and fixture-based transfers.

The 2025/26 FPL season is set to be one of the most competitive yet, and getting ahead on penalty and set-piece taker knowledge is a proven way to gain an early advantage.

Bookmark this guide – roles can shift with injuries, transfers, and manager preferences, so keep an eye on pre-match press conferences for any late changes.