Quiz! Can you name every European Championship penalty shootout taker since 2000?

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Test your knowledge on our specialist niche subject - penalties at European Championships

Cesc Fabregas celebrates after scoring the winning penalty for Spain against Italy in the quarter-finals of Euro 2008.
Cesc Fabregas celebrates after scoring the winning penalty for Spain against Italy in the quarter-finals of Euro 2008. (Image credit: Getty Images)

Penalty-shootouts. The most cruel way to lose a game, a lottery in the footballing world.

But how well do you know your spot-kick takers? Our latest quiz is set to test your might in recalling every player to have taken one at a European Championship since 2000.

This is a tough one, admittedly. But we have full faith in some of you nerds out there to give a good go and proudly wear the crown of penalty quizmaster. Fancy your chances? Why not, eh?

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We're giving you 15 minutes to name all 143 penalty-takers who have stepped up from twelve yards at a European Championship finals in the last 24 years. A tough ask we must admit ourselves.

But we have no doubt you'll give it your best shot, just work backwards and have a rethink. Plus, we've given you the team, tournament and whether they scored or missed to make it that tad bit easier, so no complaints!

Remember to tweet your scores @FourFourTwo and share with your mates. How many can you name? Let's find out, shall we!

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Matthew Holt
Matthew Holt

Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally as a six-a-side call-up.