Samu keeps perfect penalty record for FC Porto | OneFootball

Not long ago, penalty kicks were a problem for FC Porto, but since Samu took on the responsibility from the spot, they have become almost synonymous with goals. There have been seven attempts and seven goals, with almost every execution following the same pattern: a low shot to the bottom left corner.

There is, however, an exception that proves the rule. This season, against Nacional—where he converted two out of three penalties awarded to the Dragons—Samu shot slightly to the right, but still kept the ball close to the ground.

The pattern has continued with results that the numbers confirm, without opponents finding a solution, and there have been no changes regarding who takes the penalties, especially since Samu does not falter from the spot, regardless of the moment in the game. Against Moreirense, the number 9 converted a penalty when the team was behind and leveled the score; on another occasion this season, his penalty against Nacional was decisive. Last season, he also opened the scoring, increased the lead, and secured other goals. The message is clear: the responsibility for penalties is in good hands with Samu.

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