Settling a soccer match by penalty kicks is like deciding…

• Boxing decisions by having fighters taking turn freely punching each other till one goes down.
• Baseball ties after 9 innings with a home run hitting contest.
• Basketball ties in regular time with a free throw or 3 point shooting contest.
• American football ties with a field goal kicking contest.
• Tennis ties with an ace serving contest instead of tie-breakers.

Soccer needs an alternative that involves the natural play of the game! What alternatives? Here are some to consider.

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