Top six players with most goals from free-kicks & penalties in Premier League history

Who are the overall best scorers in the league in these two set pieces?

In the rich tapestry of the Premier League, there are a special breed of players who possess the uncanny ability to find the back of the net with precision and finesse, especially from free-kicks and penalties. As we delve into the annals of football history, let’s shine a spotlight on the top six players who have left an indelible mark with their prowess in dead-ball situations.

Players with most goals from free-kicks & penalties in Premier League history:

6. James Ward-Prowse (32)

The current maestro of set-pieces in the Premier League. James Ward-Prowse has etched his name in the record books with 32 goals scored combined from free-kicks and penalties. His most recent penalty conversion during West Ham‘s draw with Bournemouth showcased his clinical ability from 12 yards. Ward-Prowse’s knack for dead-ball situations extends to 17 penalty goals.

5. Thierry Henry (34)

Thierry Henry, the iconic French forward, boasts 34 goals from free-kicks and penalties in the Premier League. Henry’s penalty conversion rate of 92% speaks volumes about his composure from the spot, finding the net with 23 out of 25 attempts.

His prolific goal-scoring exploits earned him four Premier League Golden Boots during his illustrious career at Arsenal. In the English first tier, he has an impressive tally of 11 free-kicks.

4. Harry Kane (35)

Ex Tottenham Hotspur‘s talismanic striker, Harry Kane, sits comfortably in fourth place with 35 goals from free-kicks and penalties. While the bulk of Kane’s tally comes from penalty kicks (33), his two free-kicks in the Premier League remain memorable.

The deflected last-minute effort during the 2014/15 campaign against Aston Villa showcased Kane’s early prowess as a set-piece specialist.

3. Steven Gerrard (39)

Liverpool‘s legendary midfielder, Steven Gerrard, secures the third position on this distinguished list with 39 goals from free-kicks and penalties. Spending his entire Premier League career at his boyhood club, Gerrard emerged as one of the Reds’ all-time greats. His contribution includes 32 successful penalties, making him the third-highest scorer from the spot in Premier League history, along with seven goals from free-kicks.

2. Frank Lampard (52)

Frank Lampard‘s goal-scoring prowess from midfield remains unmatched, with an impressive tally of 52 goals from free-kicks and penalties.

Lampard’s time at Chelsea saw him score 177 goals in the Premier League alone, contributing significantly to the club’s success. His ability to convert penalties (fourth-highest with 43 goals) and score from free-kicks (nine) solidified his status as one of the league’s greatest midfielders.

1. Alan Shearer (63)

At the pinnacle of this elite list stands Alan Shearer, the Geordie goal machine, with a staggering 63 goals from free-kicks and penalties. Known for his thudding power and accuracy, Shearer converted 56 out of 65 penalties taken in the Premier League. His ability to find the net from a distance was equally impressive, contributing seven goals from free-kicks.

Shearer’s goal-scoring prowess remains a benchmark for strikers in the Premier League.

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