The Most Memorable Penalty Shootouts in World Cup History
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VIVA – One of the most exciting things about football is the penalty shootout. Penalty shootouts are an impressive way to determine the winner after a draw. The 2022 World Cup saw the first penalty shootout when Croatia beat Japan in a round of 16 matches.
But in the history of the World Cup, the first penalty shootout was during the 1982 World Cup in Spain. Since then, there have been several other amazing and memorable penalty shootouts. Well, here are some of the most memorable penalty shootouts in World Cup history, as reported by various sources.
1. South Korea vs Spain (2002Â World Cup)
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The 2002 World Cup was filled with controversy with many suspecting that the event heavily favored the host team, South Korea. The match between South Korea and Spain took place in the quarterfinals. However, both teams were unable to make a single goal until the match was added twice and the match had to go to penalties.
In the penalty shootout, South Korea won 5-3 and advanced to the semifinals. Then, Spain is inhabited by a series of star players such as Xavi Hernandez, Luis Enrique, Raúl González, Iker Casillas, and Carles Puyol, but these players are unable to bring Spain to the next round after feeling disadvantaged by the referee.
2. Portugal vs England (2006 World Cup)
Portugal vs England encounter took place in the quarter-finals. The match had to be decided on penalties after a goalless draw. In this match, the action of Portugal's goalkeeper, Ricardo Pereira was able to ward off three England kickers. It was a first in World Cup history.
3. Argentina vs Netherlands (2014 World Cup)
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The match between Argentina and the Netherlands took place in the 2014 World Cup. However, both teams were unable to score until the double-overtime and the match had to go to penalties.
Therefore, Argentina was able to qualify for the final after the last time in the 1990 World Cup in Italy. Although in the end, they had to fall into the hands of Germany with a thin score of 0-1.
