As England approach the business end of the World Cup, the prospect of a match being decided by a penalty shootout is increasingly likely.
England have a historic habit of cracking under the pressure in a shootout – they have won just four of the 11 they have faced at major tournaments – though three of those four victories have come since 2018.
Argentina habitually leave it late to decide matches, so England’s chances of settling their World Cup fate from 12 yards are higher than ever.
As England prepare for every eventuality, Standard Sport takes a look at England’s best penalty takers…
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