Penalty. It’s almost equal to a goal. The difference between that almost and an actual goal may seem marginal from far apart, but on the pitch, it involves getting a lot of things right.

It’s a raw, unadulterated challenge of an individual’s nerve and skill. Power, placement and reading the goalkeeper’s mind. The perfect combination of all these factors processed in a few seconds culminates into a successful penalty.

Scoring penalties isn’t for everyone and hence every team has one or maybe two specialists to do this job that seems very simple, but clearly is not.

Over the years, the Indian Super League (ISL) has seen a few footballers who have consistently turned pressure into precision and racked up goals from the spot with remarkable ease. Here’s a look at the top players with the most goals from the penalty spot in ISL history.

Sunil Chhetri – 26 Penalties Taken | 21 Goals | 80.8% Accuracy

Sunil Chhetri embodies consistency and has shown his ability to step up in big moments, time and again. Scoring from the spot is part of that. A measured run-up, a vigilant eye on the goalkeeper’s movement, and then a precise strike, remains the recipe behind Chhetri’s success from the spot.

With a staggering conversion rate throughout the ISL, Chhetri doesn’t just score from the spot, he shoulders the responsibility and defines matches through it. The Bengaluru FC captain, who also scored from the spot against MBSG in the ISL 2022–23 final, shows unmatched composure that makes him a true master of this delicate art.

Diego Mauricio – 14 Penalties Taken | 12 Goals | 85.7% Accuracy

Driven by power, smart placement, instinctive finishing, and zero hesitation, Mauricio’s penalties have no flash, no pause, just ice in the veins.

An Odisha FC legend, Mauricio's clean, confident strikes make him a nightmare for goalkeepers during penalties. With a blend of force and finesse, he steps up with conviction and rarely gives the keeper a chance.

Roy Krishna – 11 Penalties Taken | 10 Goals | 90.9% Accuracy

Roy Krishna may have changed clubs over the years, but he has continued to build his cult status with his sharp goalscoring prowess at ATK FC, MBSG, Bengaluru FC, and Odisha FC. Quick, deceptive, and lethal, Krishna’s strikes, especially when it comes to penalty kicks, are not only effective but also reflect his calm demeanour under pressure.

The Fijian forward’s ability to consistently deliver in high-pressure situations makes him arguably the most dependable penalty taker in the league’s history, having missed just one spot kick in his entire ISL career.

Bartholomew Ogbeche – 10 Penalties Taken | 9 Goals | 90% Accuracy

Bartholomew Ogbeche comes next in the array, and his name is hardly a surprise. A confident stride, low backlift, and powerful placement – that’s how the Nigerian powerhouse blends precision with perfection.

Ogbeche was arguably the leading figure in front of the goal during his time with NorthEast United FC, Kerala Blasters FC, Mumbai City FC, and Hyderabad FC. His big-game instincts, composure under pressure, and ability to combine accuracy with raw power make him one of the best in the business, especially from the spot.

Cleiton Silva – 10 Penalties Taken | 8 Goals | 80% Accuracy

Cleiton Silva has quietly carved out a place as one of the ISL’s most dependable names from the spot. His penalties showcased a blend of power, intelligent placement, and unmatched composure.

While the list above highlights the top five players with the most goals from penalties, the ISL has also been graced by legendary names who boast unblemished records.

While scoring frequently from the spot is impressive, maintaining a perfect record is a different level of mastery. Some players may not top the overall goal charts from the spot, but when called upon, they delivered every single time.

From Ferran Corominas and Wilmar Jordan Gil to Dimitrios Diamantakos and Dimitri Petratos, these are the standout names who boast a truly impeccable 100% penalty conversion rate in ISL history.

Top 5 players with highest conversion rate from Penalty Spot
Player	Penalties Taken	Goals	Accuracy (%)
Ferran Corominas	8	8	100%
Wilmar Jordan Gil	7	7	100%
Manuel Lanzarote	6	6	100%
Dimitrios Diamantakos	6	6	100%
Dimitri Petratos	6	6	100%