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

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

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