Cape Verde Defender's Goal Named FIFA World Cup 2026 Goal of the Tournament

Kathmandu. Cape Verde defender Sydney Lopes Cabral's spectacular goal against Argentina has been declared the FIFA World Cup 2026 'Goal of the Tournament'.

According to the fan vote results released by FIFA, Cabral's attractive curling shot against Argentina in the knockout stage was selected as the tournament's best goal.

Cape Verde, reaching the knockout stage for the first time in the World Cup, gave a tough challenge to the defending champions Argentina. In extra time, Cabral's powerful and accurate shot from outside the box found the net, leaving goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez helpless. The goal brought the game to a 2-2 draw, raising hopes for Cape Verde's historic victory.

However, Cape Verde was defeated 3-2 due to an own goal towards the end of the match and was eliminated from the tournament. Despite the loss, Cabral's excellent individual performance and spectacular goal became popular among football fans worldwide.

23-year-old Cabral was born in the Netherlands. He plays for the Cape Verde national team and is establishing himself in European football due to his impressive performance.

This time, Spain won the World Cup, while Argentina finished as runner-up. But the honor for the most memorable goal of the tournament went to Cape Verde's Cabral.