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3 unusual facts about Antonín Panenka


Diego Castro

On 13 March 2011, after Nacho Novo gained a penalty kick in the last-minute of an away fixture against Villarreal CF, he converted it in Panenka-style for a final 1–1 draw – the visiting team was then reduced to only nine players.

Maicosuel

Maicosuel was the only player to miss his penalty, attempting a Panenka chip that goalkeeper Beto easily caught.

Nespeky

Notable residents include the retired Czech footballers Antonín Panenka and Karel Nachtmann, among others.



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