Football is a popular sport with a lot of excitement, especially during the final stages of tournaments like the European Championship. The distance of the punt from the goal is 11 meters, a measurement that was decided as far back as 1891. This distance adds to the thrill of a hard-fought race, and most matches are decided in penalty kicks during the final phase of tournaments.
In penalty shootouts, both teams shoot the penalty kick five times each, with a solution being sought by a pair of shooters at a time if the game is still tied. This format was introduced in 1976 for the European Championships and in 1978 for the World Championships. The teams that advance to the playoffs in the European Championships often see a high percentage of games decided by penalty kicks.
Football researchers in England believe that the 11-meter distance from the goal allows for the perfect amount of excitement in a hard-fought race. The probability of a goal in a penalty kick is around 70 percent, making it a challenging but achievable task for players. Small factors like the speed of the ball, goalkeeper reaction times, and other psychological factors can influence the outcome of penalty kicks.
Researchers have found that under pressure, players may think wrong or subconsciously evaluate their shot options. Players like Harry Kane, known for their composure under pressure, have success rates of around 87 percent in penalty kicks. Eye tracking studies have shown that players look at
