About 75% of penalty kicks are made on average, though the exact rate varies by league, competition, and season. For example, one recent source reports around 75% overall, with the Premier League closer to 71% in one season and some top-flight datasets as high as 85%.

What that means

  • Roughly 3 out of 4 penalties end in a goal.
  • Around 11% to 17% are saved, depending on the dataset.
  • A smaller share are missed wide or hit the woodwork.

Simple takeaway

If you just want the quick answer: penalty kicks are usually converted about three-quarters of the time.

Data note

Different sources use different samples, so the percentage can shift a bit. Older broad studies cluster around 75% , while more recent top-flight data in some leagues can be higher.

TL;DR: Most penalty kicks are scored, and a good rule of thumb is about 75% made.