World Cup glory could all come down to penalties. What’s the best strategy? | World Cup
By: Nick Evershed | Published: 2026-06-28 11:00:11 | Source: www.theguardian.com
The 2022 World Cup final was a nail-biting affair, decided by a penalty shootout after Argentina and France were evenly matched with three goals apiece. Argentina subsequently won 4-2 on penalties, taking the title.
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Even outside penalty shootouts, a single spot kick can easily decide the outcome of a game at a World Cup, making any advantage in taking a penalty crucial. So what can we learn…
