LaLiga's best penalty taker: It's him

Cristiano does not forgive when he is presented with a penaly, and he has shown more than once in the league.

The Portuguese star broke numerous records over nine seasons in the Spanish capital. And, although criticised by his detractors because he has often scored from 12 yards, he became the player to have scored the most goals by way of penalty in the history of the Spanish championship.

The Portuguese has a total of 61 penalty goals, surpassing Hugo Sánchez, who had the previous record of 56. Third in the ranking is Leo Messi, with 48 successful penalties, not including this season.

The Argentine star, who has overtaken Koeman and his 45 goals, can pass Cristiano Ronaldo if he registers 13 more penalties.

Here is the all-time ranking:

61 - Cristiano Ronaldo

56 - Hugo Sánchez

48 - Leo Messi

45 - Ronald Koeman

44 - Lubo Penev

34 - Dani Ruiz

34 - Rafa Marañón

32 - David Villa

31 - Ander Gariteno

30 - Raúl Tamudo