'Never in doubt': League Cup match sets Scottish shootout record


  • Football
  • Wednesday, 14 Oct 2020

LONDON (Reuters) - Penalty shootouts can test the nerves of even the most loyal soccer supporter but one Albion Rovers fan exuded a sense of confidence even as his side needed 15 spot-kicks to see off Stanraer in a Scottish League Cup clash on Tuesday.

"Pfft. Never in doubt," Rovers fan 'Andy' wrote on Twitter after captain Aron Lynas ended the shootout on the 30th attempt between the League Two (fourth tier) sides following a 2-2 draw.

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