Preparing for penalties: How goalkeepers train for shoot-outs
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 4:27 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026

The focus on penalty shoot-outs has intensified since their introduction at the 1982 World Cup, with 39 knockout games decided this way. Goalkeepers undergo significant preparation to improve their chances in these high-pressure situations. Various training techniques and psychological strategies are employed to enhance their performance. As teams evolve, understanding the role of a goalkeeper in penalties becomes crucial in knockout stages.
- •39 knockout games decided by penalties since 1982
- •Goalkeepers use various training techniques
- •Psychological strategies play a key role
- •Improved preparation increases chances of success
- •Understanding goalkeeper tactics is crucial in tournaments
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"Since the shoot-out debuted at the 1982 World Cup, 39 knockout games have been decided from the penalty spot. What does preparation look like for the goalkeepers?
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