Chloe Kelly has tried to explain her iconic penalty technique, with the Lionesses hero looking to land back-to-back European Championship titles.
Scored extra-time winner in Euro 2022 finalHelped to keep defence of that title on trackUnsure how unique penalty routine formedFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The Arsenal forward became a national hero in 2022 when netting a dramatic extra-time goal for England in their Euros final clash with arch-rivals Germany. A historic continental crown was captured by Sarina Wiegman’s side.
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They have overcome plenty of challenges at Euro 2025 to keep their defence of that title alive. Kelly, in a role as super-sub, has been a talismanic presence once again. She calmly converted her spot-kick during a chaotic quarter-final shootout with Sweden.
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Kelly then saw an effort from 12 yards saved against Italy in the semi-finals, but kept her composure to fire in the rebound. The 27-year-old has become famed for the unique routine that she works through before connecting with a penalty.
WHAT KELLY SAID
Speaking to , Kelly said when asked about rolling the ball several times on the spot before allowing it to settle and why she does that: "I don’t know, to be honest. The coaches actually asked me that the other day. I don’t know where it came from but it’s what works for me and it’s my routine so I just stick with it."
Pressed further on the hop and knee rise that leads her into a penalty strike, Kelly said when asked where that comes from: "I don’t know, I’ll be honest."