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27 Jan 2025
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‘Never Doubt Bryan’ – Mbeumo: Premier League’s Best Penalty Taker

Brentford have converted 20 of their 21 penalties in the Premier League; the joint-best conversion rate among teams who've taken 10 or more in the competition (level with Swansea)

Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo has proven so reliable from the penalty spot that even his team-mates celebrate before he takes the shot. Against Crystal Palace, Yoane Wissa raised his arms in celebration before Mbeumo began his run-up. The Cameroon forward delivered yet again, scoring in Brentford’s 2-1 victory at Selhurst Park to maintain his flawless penalty record in the Premier League.

Mbeumo’s first attempt struck the inside of the post, but a retake was ordered following a VAR review, which showed Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi entering the box too early. With his second chance, Mbeumo coolly scored using a jumping run-up, deceiving goalkeeper Dean Henderson.

Brentford manager Thomas Frank did not hold back in his praise, declaring Mbeumo the Premier League’s best penalty-taker.
“We had the best before [in Ivan Toney], and now we have a second one,” said Frank. “Bryan’s composure, focus, and trust in his process are incredible.”


How Does Mbeumo’s Record Compare?

Since his first penalty in December 2021, Mbeumo has scored 10 penalties across all competitions in English football, maintaining a perfect record. In the Premier League, only Cole Palmer, Raul Jimenez, and Yaya Toure have taken more than Mbeumo’s nine penalties without missing.

Unlike Brentford’s former penalty star Ivan Toney, who missed one of his 12 Premier League penalties, Mbeumo remains unblemished.


Team-Mates and Mentality

Mbeumo’s Brentford team-mates, including Nathan Collins, expressed unwavering confidence in him. “Never doubt Bryan,” said Collins. “To score like that after a retake shows incredible mental strength.”

Even Wissa’s early celebration reflected the trust the team has in Mbeumo. According to the striker, their bond extends beyond the pitch.

“It’s all mental at this point,” Mbeumo said, adding that his success comes from consistent preparation and staying focused.

With his record intact, Mbeumo continues to prove why Brentford can count on him to deliver in crucial moments.

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