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Penalty Shootout Rules: Evolution & Comparison

I remember vividly the sheer agony and ecstasy of the 1994 World Cup final penalty shootout. As a young fan, the tension was unbearable. Roberto Baggio’s missed penalty for Italy against Brazil is etched in my memory, a moment where the outcome of the world’s biggest footballing spectacle hinged on a single kick. Back then, the rules felt starkly different, almost brutal in their simplicity. Now, with the benefit of hindsight and a deeper understanding of how technology and evolving regulations shape the game, I often wonder how that very same scenario might play out today. The journey of the penalty shootout from its inception to its current form is a fascinating study in fairness, strategy, and the relentless pursuit of a definitive outcome in football.

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Penalty Shootout Rules: Evolution & Comparison
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