World Record Achieved: Longest Penalty Shootout by Israeli Teams

In a thrilling display of endurance and precision, Israel's SC Dimona and Shimshon Tel Aviv set a world record for the longest-ever penalty shootout, totaling 56 kicks. The historic event unfolded during their semi-final promotion playoff in the third tier, held in the Negev desert city of Dimona on Monday.

The match ended 2-2 after extra time, leading to an extraordinary penalty shootout. Dimona emerged victorious with a score of 23-22, after each team took 28 penalties.

This remarkable feat surpassed the previous record of 54 penalty kicks, set in March 2022 in England. During that match, Washington defeated Bedlington 25-24 in the first round of the Ernest Armstrong Memorial Cup, a competition for clubs in the Northern League Second Division, the 10th tier of the football pyramid.

The new record set by SC Dimona and Shimshon Tel Aviv not only highlights the skill and resilience of the players but also marks a significant moment in football history. The intense shootout kept fans on the edge of their seats and demonstrated the unwavering spirit of both teams.

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