Set-piece specialists are among the most valuable players in fantasy football, regularly contributing goals, assists and bonus points from penalties, free-kicks and corners.
Knowing which players are responsible for dead-ball situations can provide a significant edge when selecting your fantasy football team.
English Premier League Set-Piece Takers
The table below lists the players most likely to take set-pieces for every Premier League club, including:
- Penalty takers.
- Direct free-kick specialists.
- Indirect free-kicks.
- Corner takers.
Set-piece responsibilities can change throughout the season due to injuries, transfers, tactical adjustments or managerial decisions, so the table is updated regularly to reflect the latest information.
Why Set-Pieces Matter in Fantasy Football
Players who regularly take dead-ball situations often enjoy a higher fantasy points ceiling than teammates with similar open-play statistics.
Set-piece specialists have additional opportunities to:
- Score penalties.
- Score direct free-kicks.
- Create assists from corners.
- Create assists from wide free-kicks.
These extra opportunities can make a significant difference over the course of a fantasy football season.
Fantasy Football Strategy
When comparing players with similar prices or expected playing time, set-piece responsibility is often the deciding factor.
However, always confirm the latest team news before each gameweek, as responsibilities can change at short notice.
Premier League Set-Piece Takers
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