Penalties and England's buddy system
Before Gareth Southgate's reign as England manager, the national football team had a notoriously poor record in competitive penalty...
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Tom Seabury
Jun 223 min read
The long walk - the psychology of a penalty shootout
As the group stages of this year's European Championships come to a close, we near the infamous knockout stage, which means our minds...
Tom Seabury
Nov 14, 20232 min read
A shootout: the cauldron of emotion
A penalty shootout in football is a cauldron of intense emotions. It is an exhilarating yet nerve-wracking spectacle that captivates...
Tom Seabury
Oct 27, 20223 min read
How to mentally take a penalty
Penalty kicks are considered one of the most mentally stressful parts of sport. Those who can consistently deliver from the spot are...
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