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England's penalty shootout record: How often have they won and lost?

The Three Lions have endured their fair share of spot-kick heartache over the years and while they've had some successes, their record is bleak

It has reached the point where the mere thought of a penalty shootout is enough to send shivers down the spines of even the most optimistic England fans.

For some unknown reason, the Three Lions and spot-kicks don't seem to mix, with even the most talented English players crumbling under the pressure of the 12-yard showdown. Penalties have haunted England for generations at major tournaments throughout the 1990s and into the 2000s, but they have managed to win a few too.