Taking a penalty can be a nerve-wracking experience. One mistake can turn a hero into a villain, and yet, some players seem almost immune to the pressure.
Here we celebrate a rare breed—players who have never missed a penalty throughout their careers. These footballers boast perfect records from the spot, showing ice-cold composure and deadly accuracy.
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Yaya Touré
Few midfielders have had the impact on football that Yaya Touré had during his illustrious career. Whether in the heart of the midfield for Manchester City in the English Premier League or for the Ivory Coast national team, Touré was a calm and commanding presence on the field. He extended that calm to the penalty spot, where he never missed.
Touré took 15 penalties during his career and converted every single one of them. Even more impressively, every time Yaya scored a penalty, his team either won or drew the match. His combination of power, precision, and mental fortitude made him unstoppable from the spot, and his flawless record stands as a testament to his greatness.
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Ivan Krstanović
Ivan Krstanović might not be a household name globally, but in Croatia, he’s a legend for his uncanny ability to deliver in high-stakes moments. Krstanović, who has played for several Croatian clubs, including Dinamo Zagreb and Slaven Belupo, has a spotless penalty record. He’s taken more than 30 penalties in his career and has converted them all—a 100% success rate.
What makes Krstanović’s record so impressive is the longevity of his career and his consistent ability to find the net under pressure. Penalties often decide the fate of matches, and Ivan’s cool head in these moments has made him an invaluable asset to every team he’s played for.
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Ovidiu Herea
Romanian football has produced many great talents, but few can boast the penalty-taking prowess of Ovidiu Herea. Known for his technical ability and creativity in midfield, Herea also built a reputation as a flawless penalty taker. Throughout his career, playing for clubs like Rapid București and Concordia Chiajna, Herea never missed a penalty.
In the pressure cooker that is Romanian football, Herea’s 19 conversions from 19 stands as a beacon of consistency and calm.
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Ledio Pano
For Albanian football fans, Ledio Pano holds a special place. The former midfielder, son of Albanian football legend Panajot Pano, built his own legacy in the game, largely due to his flawless penalty-taking abilities. Throughout his career, Pano never missed a penalty, making him one of the very few footballers to retire with a perfect record from the spot.
Playing in an era where Albanian football wasn’t as prominent on the global stage, Pano’s world record of 50 from 50 achievements didn’t receive the attention they deserved internationally. However, for those who watched him play, his ability to remain cool under pressure—especially from 12 yards out— made him a true national treasure.
We celebrate these rare talents and their incredible achievements. If you’re feeling inspired, why not put your football knowledge to the test? With the latest betting markets on iLOTBET, you can get in on the action, whether it’s predicting the next penalty hero or backing your favorite team. Because, just like these players, when it comes to football, it’s all about seizing the moment.
