Since French midfielder Alain Giresre launched the World Cup’s first penalty shootout in 1982, a total of 342 players have endured football’s most high-pressure moment from the spot. Here, we spotlight some of those who chased glory from 12 yards.
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On the second evening of knockout-stage action at the 2026 World Cup, penalty shootouts were required to settle two of the three fixtures. Paraguay delivered the biggest upset, overcoming Germany 4-3 on penalties after the match finished 1-1 following extra time. Later that evening, Morocco and the Netherlands also remained level before Morocco prevailed 3-2 […]
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“I could hardly believe that my beloved Hull City were facing George Best, Bobby Charlton and Denis Law. It was like seeing Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappe together in one side,” Kelly recalled during a sports history programme. Former Hull City player Frankie Banks said: “It was an enormous occasion because we were playing Manchester United, […]
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