Knowing who steps up for spot kicks can make or break your fantasy lineup or betting model. This guide lists every confirmed Penalty Takers 2. Bundesliga specialist for 2025/26, with scored/missed notes and confidence ratings. Bookmark it and check back regularly.
Table: Penalty Takers 2. Bundesliga (25/26)
The penalty takers of the 2. Bundesliga season 2025/26.
| Bundesliga 2 2025/26 | League Total | 38 | 28 | 10 | 73,68% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Club | Player | Penalties Taken | Pens Scored | Pens Missed | Conversion Rate (%) |
| Hannover 96 | Boris Tomiak | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66,7 % |
| SC Paderborn 07 | Filip Bilbija | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50,0 % |
| Schalke 04 | Kenan Karaman | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Holstein Kiel | Jonas Therkelsen | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| VfL Bochum | Ibrahim Sissoko | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| VfL Bochum | Kevin Vogt | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| SV 07 Elversberg | Otto Stange | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Magdeburg | Martijn Kaars | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| Fortuna Düsseldorf | Florent Muslija | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Kaiserslautern | Marlon Ritter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Kaiserslautern | Richmond Tachie | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Hannover 96 | Benedikt Pichler | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Nürnberg | Julian Justvan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Eintracht Braunschweig | Sebastian Polter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Arminia Bielefeld | Julian Kania | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Last updated: | 7.10.2025 | ||||
| Holstein Kiel | Jonas Therkelsen | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| VfL Bochum | Ibrahim Sissoko | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| VfL Bochum | Kevin Vogt | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| SV 07 Elversberg | Otto Stange | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| SC Paderborn 07 | Filip Bilbija | 2 | 1 | 1 | 50,0 % |
| 1.FC Magdeburg | Martijn Kaars | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0,0 % |
| Fortuna Düsseldorf | Florent Muslija | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Kaiserslautern | Marlon Ritter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Kaiserslautern | Richmond Tachie | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Hannover 96 | Boris Tomiak | 3 | 2 | 1 | 66,7 % |
| Hannover 96 | Benedikt Pichler | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| 1.FC Nürnberg | Julian Justvan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Schalke 04 | Kenan Karaman | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Eintracht Braunschweig | Sebastian Polter | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
| Arminia Bielefeld | Julian Kania | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100,0 % |
Confidence Scale (1–5)
- Pure speculation
- Limited evidence
- Shared duty, early rotation possible
- Primary taker with occasional delegation
- Locked role, takes every penalty when on pitch
Fantasy & Betting Insight
A reliable penalty taker boosts expected goals and floor points. Historically, a 90 percent conversion rate (like 1. FC Magdeburg’s Atik) adds consistency. Backup takers typically convert around 70 percent.
Bookmakers often treat penalty success as a coin flip. Identifying high-confidence specialists can unlock value on first-half markets and correct-score bets. For example, Karlsruher SC’s Wanitzek boasts a 95 percent record and can swing close games.
Key Findings
✅ Confirmed Penalty Takers (Confidence 4-5)
- Sebastian Polter (Eintracht Braunschweig): Already scored one penalty this season
- Marlon Ritter (1. FC Kaiserslautern): Successfully converted penalty against Schalke
- Julian Kania (Arminia Bielefeld): Scored penalty, has penalty experience from DFB Pokal
- Kenan Karaman (FC Schalke 04): Club captain, confirmed to remain in role
- Stefan Kutschke (Dynamo Dresden): Captain with 80% career penalty conversion rate
🔄 Transfer Impact
- VfL Bochum: Lost Moritz Broschinski to FC Basel for €2.5m, creating uncertainty
- Hertha BSC: Fabian Reese signed contract extension to 2030, solidifying his role
❓ Uncertain Situations
Six teams currently lack clear penalty takers due to:
- No penalties awarded in early matches
- Recent managerial changes
- Squad transitions
In conclusion, if you have any feedback or questions about the set-piece takers of the Bundesliga that are not addressed in the information above, feel free to leave a comment below.
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- Expertise: We analyse official match reports, club communications, and reputable local media.
- Authority: We triangulate across multiple sources and clearly flag uncertainties.
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