James Maddison Breaks Premier League Record for Long-Range Goals

James Maddison has become the Premier League’s most prolific scorer from outside the penalty area since his top-flight debut in August 2018. The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has now scored 21 goals from distance in the competition, moving ahead of Kevin De Bruyne and James Ward-Prowse.

Maddison reached the milestone during Tottenham’s 3-1 victory over Coventry City on Monday. Making his first start in nearly 18 months, the 29-year-old opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a superb curling effort into the top corner. The goal was his first in the Premier League since February 2025.

The achievement highlights Maddison’s ability to score from range, an important part of his attacking game. De Bruyne has long been recognised for his creativity and powerful shooting, while Ward-Prowse is renowned for his set-piece expertise. Maddison’s total puts him ahead of both players for goals scored from outside the box over the period in question.

His return to the starting line-up is also a major boost for Tottenham after a difficult period on the sidelines. The midfielder suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury in 2025 and faced further setbacks during his recovery. His goal against Coventry helped Spurs secure their first Premier League win of the 2026-27 season.