MLS Set-Piece Takers

Set-piece takers are among the most valuable players in fantasy football because they have additional opportunities to score points from penalties, free-kicks and corners.

Knowing which players are responsible for dead-ball situations can give fantasy managers a significant advantage when selecting their teams.

The list below highlights the primary set-piece responsibilities for each Major League Soccer club.

It covers the players most likely to take:

Penalty kicks.
Direct free-kicks.
Indirect free-kicks.
Corners.

While many clubs have designated specialists, responsibilities can change due to injuries, transfers, tactical decisions or changes in coaching staff.

Why Set-Piece Duties Matter

Players who regularly take set-pieces often provide consistent fantasy returns even when they aren’t scoring from open play.

Dead-ball specialists typically have increased opportunities to:

Score penalties.
Score direct free-kicks.
Create assists from corners.
Create assists from wide free-kicks.

This additional involvement makes them attractive fantasy football selections throughout the season.

Fantasy Football Strategy

When choosing between similarly priced players, set-piece responsibility can often be the deciding factor.

Players who dominate dead-ball situations generally enjoy a higher fantasy points ceiling over the course of a season.

However, always remember that set-piece duties are subject to change, particularly following transfers or managerial changes.