Cucho Hernández rose from humble beginnings in Pereira to reach the 2026 World Cup squad.
His father, Néstor Hernández, made immense sacrifices, including working multiple jobs, to support his son’s football dream.
Colombia was eliminated by Switzerland in a penalty shootout during the World Cup Round of 16.
Cucho Hernández was instrumental in Colombia's campaign, but his missed penalty proved decisive in the tournament exit.