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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. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Score at least three of five penalties. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Penalty Shootout?
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.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Penalty Shootout?
An edge target may beat the keeper but must stay within the posts.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Penalty Shootout?
The keeper reacts after the shot, so aim matters.
For my first round, what format does Penalty Shootout offer?
For clarity: Take five penalty kicks in a solo shooting challenge.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Penalty Shootout use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.