Penalty shootouts are one of the most nerve-wracking moments in soccer. A single shot often makes the difference between victory and defeat. Behavioral economist Prof. Benno Torgler from Queensland University of Technology and colleagues are researching how pressure, expectations and mental strain influence players' performance. In conversation, he explains why experience doesn't always help, what happens in the shooters' heads in the decisive seconds and why experienced players are not necessarily the best shooters.
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