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Does a sudden death liven up the game? Rules, incentives and strategy in football (2004)
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Banerjee, A., & Swinnen, J. (2004). Does a sudden death liven up the game? Rules, incentives and strategy in football. Economic Theory, 23(2), 411-421. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00199-003-0402-3

In an effort to stimulate more attractive football, the international football association FIFA, has recently introduced the "sudden death" or "golden goal" rule for games going into extra time play. This paper analyses under which conditions, if any... Read More about Does a sudden death liven up the game? Rules, incentives and strategy in football.