Raúl Jiménez is the Premier League‘s most reliable penalty taker and enhanced that reputation after scoring another spot-kick for Fulham this weekend.
The Mexican converted the third from the penalty spot in Fulham’s 3-1 win over Burnley at Craven Cottage, firing high past Martin Dubravka. It was an emotional moment for Jimenez, who was reduced to tears as he honoured his late father in celebration.
Jimenez holds the Premier League record for the most penalties scored while still retaining a 100% conversion record (15), and the veteran is now chasing perhaps an even more impressive milestone.
The 34-year-old’s 15 consecutive penalties scored is the joint-second-longest run in Premier League history. His effort against Burnley matched the 15 straight spot-kicks also scored by Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah and former Tottenham Hotspur forward Harry Kane.
Le Tissier’s 23 consecutive penalties was part of an overall career record of 47 scored from 48 attempts. His sole career miss saw Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mark Crossley deny Le Tissier in October 1993.
Can Jimenez score enough spot-kicks to move past Le Tissier’s total?