Barcelona's Lamine Yamal faces penalty competition from Anthony Gordon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Lamine Yamal, who served as Barcelona's primary penalty taker last season, scored six out of seven penalties. With the arrival of new signing Anthony Gordon, who boasts a 100% conversion rate from penalties over the past season, Yamal could face increased competition for this role. Gordon's successful record includes nine penalties for Newcastle United, further solidifying his reputation as a reliable option in high-pressure situations. As both players aim for key positions in Hansi Flick's squad, their competition will highlight the depth of talent on Barcelona's left wing. Preseason preparations are expected to showcase their battling for penalty responsibilities.
- •Yamal stepped up for seven penalties last season, scoring six.
- •Gordon had a perfect penalty record with Newcastle, converting all nine attempts.
- •Gordon recently scored a penalty in a match for England.
- •Competition between Gordon and Yamal adds depth to Barcelona's attack.
- •Hansi Flick's management strategy will be tested with enhanced competition on the left.
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal set to face competition from Barcelona new signing for penalty duties
"Lamine Yamal took over from Robert Lewandowski as Barcelona’s primary penalty specialist last season, and the youngster had good success in the role.Over the course of the season, the Spanish winger...
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