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Originally Posted by fredr123
Why are penalty kicks in a football match so much more exciting to watch than shootouts in hockey?
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Im thinking because there's 2 reasons. One, when they use shootouts, something huge is on the line, not like a regular season game. Two, because the shooter is expected to score, so there is the anticipation of a goat coming out. I dunno, that's my take.
Yes, they are exciting, but they are ridiculously cruel and an awful way to settle a game. I would totally be in favor of them playing a replay match like they used to do and like they still do in certain cups. Unfortunately, logistically, that is not possible.