FIFA Names Sidny Lopes Cabral’s Goal the Best Strike of World Cup 2026

FIFA has officially named Cape Verde forward Sidny Lopes Cabral’s stunning goal against Argentina as the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Cabral produced a moment of individual brilliance in Cape Verde’s Round of 32 clash against Argentina. The forward danced past Argentine midfielder Alexis Mac Allister before curling a superb effort into the top corner beyond goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez.

The goal brought Cape Verde level at 2-2 and gave the African side renewed hope in the knockout tie. Argentina eventually secured a 3-2 victory after extra time, but Cabral’s strike stood out as one of the tournament’s most memorable moments.

FIFA confirmed the award on its official channels, writing:

The goal that stole your hearts all the way to the top. 💙⚽️

Sidny Lopes Cabral is your Hyundai Goal of the Tournament winner at the FIFA World Cup 2026!"

Cabral’s effort beat several other impressive goals that reached the final stages of the voting, including Kylian Mbappé’s strike against Senegal, Lionel Messi’s goal against Algeria, Julián Álvarez’s effort against Switzerland, and Ferran Torres’ decisive goal against Argentina in the final.