Referee Shawn Hochuli calls German penalty, as father did in Spanish
In a unique twist of fate, referee Shawn Hochuli made his mark on the soccer field, mirroring the actions of his legendary father. Hochuli called a penalty for Germany, echoing the iconic "hand of God" call by his father in the infamous 1986 World Cup quarterfinal between Argentina and England. The moment invoked a mix of nostalgia and pride, intertwining the legacy of one renowned whistleblower with the present-day triumph of another. As Hochuli's firm decision resounded through the stadium, it became a poignant symbol of a family tradition that transcended generations.