Alex Mott·27 July 2026

🚨🎥 Sidny Lopes Cabral wins FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament award

Cape Verde's Sidny Lopes Cabral has been crowned the winner of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Goal of the Tournament award after his sensational strike against Argentina topped the public vote

The midfielder's unforgettable effort came in Cape Verde's dramatic Round of 32 clash with the defending champions in Miami, where he curled a stunning long-range finish beyond Argentina's goalkeeper in extra time to level the match at 2-2. Although Argentina eventually edged a thrilling contest 3-2, Lopes Cabral's moment of brilliance became one of the defining images of the tournament.

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A goal that captured your hearts. 💙⚽️ Sidny Lopes Cabral is your Hyundai GOTT Round of 32 winner and advances to the final vote. #FIFAWorldCup #Hyundai #HyundaiGOTT2026 #GoalOfTheTournament @Hyundai_Global – Monday, 6 July 2026

FIFA confirmed that the goal received the most votes from fans around the world, capping a remarkable World Cup for the tournament debutants. The strike had already comfortably won the Round of 32 phase of the Goal of the Tournament vote before going on to claim the overall prize. 

The award ensures Cape Verde leave their first-ever FIFA World Cup with a lasting piece of history, as Lopes Cabral's unforgettable strike takes its place among the greatest goals ever scored at the tournament.

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