Sidny Lopes Cabral of Cape Verde is named the winner of the FIFA World Cup 2026 “Goal of the Tournament” award for his strike against Argentina. Multiple outlets report that the goal came during Cape Verde’s Round of 32 match versus Argentina and is described as a stunning, curving or sensational shot that draws particular attention in coverage.
The Athletic and other sources add that Cabral, 23, becomes the first player from an African nation to win the award. Several reports state that the selection is based on a public vote, with Cabral’s goal topping supporters’ ballots. NDTV also frames the result in terms of the goal being voted best from among the tournament’s total goals, and it notes other nominees mentioned in coverage.
Overall, the different outlets consistently identify Cabral as the recipient of the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament award and cite the same match and opponent—Argentina—as the context for the winning goal.
