Honduran Referee Martínez Makes Historic World Cup Debut

Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 14, 2026 · Originally reported June 13, 2026 by Radio HRN

Honduran center referee Said Martínez made history in his World Cup debut by awarding the first penalty ever given to Switzerland in World Cup play, during the team's match against Qatar.

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