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Paraguay defeated four-time world champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Julio Enciso scored for Paraguay before Kai Havertz equalized for Germany. Goalkeeper Orlando Gill saved two penalties to secure a historic victory.
With the 2026 World Cup adding a round of 32, penalty shootouts are expected to increase. Analysis of 320 spot-kicks since 1982 shows Argentina leads with six shootout wins, while Spain holds the record for most misses. Players going central score at a lower rate (61.6%) than those picking a side (over 71%).
Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco in the World Cup, with two penalty claims rejected. Former referee Christina Unkel said one should have been given, while pundits disagreed. Coach Steve Clarke was uncertain about several decisions, including a yellow card that some argued should have been red.
BBC World Cup pundits Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney analyze Harry Kane's penalty technique and the extensive work he puts into spot-kicks.
Eberechi Eze says he is willing to take another penalty for England and will not alter his run-up, but plans to use the Champions League final to improve.
Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie discusses Scotland's penalty takers and shares insights on his teammates in a quick-fire Q&A session.
