56 kicks. The longest penalty shootout in soccer history was kicked in Israel

In the playoff semifinal for promotion to the second league of the Israeli championship between Dimona and Beitar Shimshon, the longest penalty shootout in professional football history took place.

The regular and extra time ended in a 2-2 draw, necessitating the determination of the winner via a penalty shootout. The teams combined for a total of 56 penalty kicks. Dimona emerged victorious with a score of 23-22.

The previous record was set in March 2022, when Washington defeated Bedlington in the Memorial Cup in northeast England, with 54 penalties taken.

By the way, we reported that Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois' recovery from injury will be the subject of a documentary series.