The Guardian Australia – Sport ·sport ·2 hours ago

Antonin Panenka marks 50 years since iconic penalty kick victory

Antonin Panenka celebrated the 50th anniversary of his iconic penalty kick that secured the 1976 European Championship for Czechoslovakia against West Germany. The daring shot, executed in Belgrade, became a revolutionary football moment, though it initially soured his relationship with goalkeeper Sepp Maier. Panenka reflects on the lasting impact, despite wishing for some financial recognition for its popularity.

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