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Hornkamp's Controversial Hop Validates Penalty in Thrilling Match

12/16/2025

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Jizz Hornkamp scored a penalty for Heracles in a 4-3 Eredivisie loss to PSV Eindhoven.
He hopped twice on his left leg before shooting, a feint he said he practiced extensively.
PSV protested the legality of his feint, but the goal stood.
Former referee Andy Davies said Hornkamp's approach maintained forward momentum, rendering the penalty valid.
The incident has sparked discussions about the "Hornkamp hop" and its potential future use.

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Jizz Hornkamp scored a penalty for Heracles in a 4-3 Eredivisie loss to PSV Eindhoven.
He hopped twice on his left leg before shooting, a feint he said he practiced extensively.
PSV protested the legality of his feint, but the goal stood.
Former referee Andy Davies said Hornkamp's approach maintained forward momentum, rendering the penalty valid.
The incident has sparked discussions about the "Hornkamp hop" and its potential future use.