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Is a Panenka ever the right choice for a penalty?

In a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final, Brahim Diaz's Panenka penalty attempt was saved by goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, contributing to Morocco's loss against Senegal. The penalty was awarded late in stoppage time, and despite Diaz being the tournament's top scorer, the miss was a significant moment in the match.

Is a Panenka ever the right choice for a penalty?

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Key Highlights

  • Brahim Diaz attempted a Panenka penalty in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
  • Goalkeeper Edouard Mendy saved the penalty, marking his fifth save out of 56 faced.
  • The penalty was awarded during stoppage time, leading to extra-time.
  • Senegal won the final after the penalty miss by Diaz.
  • Diaz was awarded the Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer despite the miss.
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