"When you miss a penalty it is a tough moment, but it is easier to not take a penalty than take a penalty. We've had it in the past when people have been persecuted and ridiculed for missing a penalty on the biggest stage and that's ridiculous. He practices that technique a lot and will have the utmost support from me and everyone around."
"He [Dango Ouattara] looked so confident, he took his time and looked in complete control and he did that - it's unexplainable. He was outstanding, really good, but that does not matter when you miss a penalty in a shootout. You don't want to chastise the lad - I hope he doesn't do it again in his career."
"He took so long. I think he had a thousand thoughts going through his mind and when you're like that as a taker you miss. The young lad will absolutely regret trying the Panenka at that time."
West Ham advanced to the FA Cup quarter-finals after defeating Brentford 2-2 in normal time, winning 3-2 on penalties. Brentford's Dango Ouattara attempted a Panenka penalty kick but his weak chip was caught by West Ham goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, the only missed penalty in the shootout. Igor Thiago equalized twice for Brentford after Jarrod Bowen scored for West Ham. Brentford manager Keith Andrews defended Ouattara, emphasizing that missing penalties is difficult and the player practices the technique regularly. Former players Joe Cole and Glenn Hoddle criticized the decision to attempt the Panenka, suggesting Ouattara appeared overconfident and overthought the kick.
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