The quarterfinal match between Australia and France took place at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday, setting a new record for the longest penalty shootout in the history of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The shootout extended to a total of 10 penalty kicks for each team, ultimately concluding with Australia prevailing 7-6. Cortnee Vine secured the winning penalty for the Matildas, propelling the hosts into the tournament’s semifinals for the first time.

Below is a compilation of notable penalty shootouts from various FIFA Women’s World Cup editions:

• Australia vs France, 2023 quarterfinals – Australia emerged victorious with a 7-6 score in penalties; Total kicks: 10-10
• Sweden vs USA, 2023 round of 16 – Sweden secured a 5-4 win on penalties; Total kicks: 7-7
• Brazil vs Norway, 1999 third-place play-off – Brazil clinched a 5-4 victory in sudden death; Total kicks: 6-5
• China vs Sweden, 1995 Quarterfinals – China claimed victory with a 4-3 score in penalties; Total kicks: 5-5
• USA vs China, 1999 Final – USA won 5-4 on penalties; Total kicks: 5-5
• France vs England, 2011 quarterfinals – France secured a 4-3 win in penalties; Total kicks: 5-5
• Japan vs USA, 2011 Final – Japan triumphed with a 3-1 score in penalties; Total kicks: 5-5
• Germany vs France, 2015 Quarterfinals – Germany emerged victorious with a 5-4 score in penalties; Total kicks: 5-5
• USA vs Brazil, 2011 quarterfinals – USA won 5-2 on penalties; Total kicks: 5-4
• England vs Nigeria, 203 round of 16 – England secured a 4-2 win in penalties; Total kicks: 5-4
• Norway vs Australia, 2019 round of 16 – Norway claimed a 4-1 win in penalties; Total kicks: 4-3

The Australia-France match persisted in a goalless draw even after 120 minutes of gameplay and extra time, leading to the decisive penalty shootout.

Selma Bacha initiated the shootout for France, but her attempt fell short, allowing Australia to gain the upper hand. Caitlin Foord capitalized on this advantage, confidently scoring and giving the hosts the lead.

In the pivotal moment, Cortnee Vine converted Australia’s 10th penalty, securing a 7-6 victory for the Matildas in the shootout. This followed the quarterfinal match, which had concluded with no goals in both regulation time and extra time.

Despite missing two earlier chances to dramatically seal the shootout, Australia successfully broke the curse that had plagued tournament hosts.

Mackenzie Arnold, the Australian goalkeeper, played a crucial role, making pivotal saves during the shootout, despite missing a penalty that could have secured the victory.

Foord kicked off the shootout, expertly placing the ball past France’s substitute goalkeeper Solene Durand. Although Steph Catley missed Australia’s second shot, Wendie Renard successfully converted for France, briefly putting them in the lead at 2-1.

Sam Kerr leveled the score at 2-2, and Eugenie Le Sommer’s precise shot reclaimed a 3-2 lead for France. Mary Fowler equalized for Australia, while Arnold’s save maintained their momentum. Arnold subsequently took a shot of her own in an attempt to secure victory for the hosts, but her attempt missed the mark.

With the score at 6-6, Kenza Dali had two chances for France, both of which were thwarted by Arnold. The first attempt underwent review by the video assistant referee (VAR), and the subsequent penalty was also blocked by Arnold.

Clare Hunt missed an opportunity to secure victory for Australia, as Durand managed to deflect her shot directed down the middle.

Finally, Becho’s right-footed shot struck the left post, and Vine seized the moment, securing victory for Australia on her third attempt.