FIFA has officially named Cape Verde defender Sidny Lopes Cabral as the winner of the Best Goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He earned the award for his stunning long-range strike against Argentina in the Round of 32.
Cabral’s spectacular goal quickly became one of the standout moments of the tournament. Although Cape Verde suffered a 3-2 defeat, his brilliant curling effort into the top corner won the hearts of football fans around the world.
The Goal of the Tournament award was decided through a public fan vote after FIFA released a shortlist of the competition’s best goals. Millions of supporters voted, with Cabral’s effort receiving the highest number of votes.
By winning the award, Sidny Lopes Cabral joins the list of previous Goal of the Tournament winners, including James Rodríguez (2014), Benjamin Pavard (2018), and Richarlison (2022). His unforgettable strike will be remembered as one of the greatest moments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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