Soccer's Most Controversial Plays: You Make the Call

The refs said English player Frank Lampard's goal didn't count during the 2010 World Cup round against Germany. They said Argentinian player Diego Maradona didn't touch the ball with his hand when he scored a goal during the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal match against England. And they said Swedish player Lina Hurtig's penalty shot crossed the line during the 2023 Women's World Cup round against the United States. Take a closer look at these controversial calls. Do you agree with the refs?

Author: Heather E. Schwartz
Publisher: Capstone Press
Published: 01/01/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Series: Sports Illustrated Kids: You Make the Call!
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 6.78h x 8.83w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9798875257483
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Schwartz, Heather E.: - Heather E. Schwartz writes books for kids from her home in upstate New York. She loves writing because she loves learning new things, brainstorming creative ideas, and moving words around on a page. In her spare time, she runs a website for young writers (WriteintheMiddle.co). She also enjoys baking cookies in fun shapes, throwing holiday parties, walking in the woods, eating cider donuts, and spending time with her family.