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How to play Penalty Shootout
Take a moment with Penalty Shootout before moving to another game. Score at least three of five penalties. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
Focus on one rule
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Score at least three of five penalties. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Aim inside the goal.
- Shoot away from the moving keeper.
- A save or outside shot misses.
- Finish all five.
Controls
Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
The key detail is this: Score at least three of five penalties.
For this browser game, how do I control Penalty Shootout?
The key detail is this: Pointer/touch, aim buttons and Shoot.
As a new player, what example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
Keep this in mind: An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Penalty Shootout?
Here is the relevant explanation: The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters.
Before I begin, what format does Penalty Shootout offer?
Keep this in mind: Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
Which play mode does Penalty Shootout use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.