When a knockout match is still level after extra time, it is usually decided by a penalty shootout.
The basics
Each team takes five kicks, alternating. If one side can no longer be caught, the shootout ends early. If it is still level after five each, it goes to sudden death, one kick each until one team scores and the other misses.
Who can take them
Only players on the pitch at the end of extra time can take part. If one team has fewer players, for example after a red card, the other team must reduce its number of takers to match. No player can take a second kick until all eligible teammates have taken one.
The goalkeeper’s line
When the kick is taken, the goalkeeper must have at least part of one foot touching, level with or behind the goal line. If they come off it too early and save the kick, it is retaken.
