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Sidny Lopes Cabral Claims 2026 FIFA World Cup Goal of the Tournament Award

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Hyundai Goal of the Tournament award has been won by Sidny Lopes Cabral of Cabo Verde ¹²⁶. His spectacular goal against Argentina in the Round of 16 was voted the best goal of the tournament by fans ²³⁶.

The Winning Goal

Cabral's goal, scored during Cabo Verde's match against Argentina, stood out among many impressive strikes throughout the competition ²³. The specific details of the goal (e.g., whether it was a long-range shot, an acrobatic finish, etc.) are not explicitly detailed in the provided sources, but it was described as a "stunner" and a "finest goal" ²⁶.

Voting Process and Announcement

The winner was determined by fan votes ¹²⁶. FIFA officially announced Cabral as the recipient of the award on a Monday ³. This award marks the sixth time the Goal of the Tournament honor has been given out in World Cup history ⁸.

Notable Mentions and Snubs

Despite the presence of global superstars like Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi in the tournament, neither of their goals secured the top spot ⁵⁸. Mbappé, who was the Golden Boot winner for the 2026 World Cup with 10 goals, also showcased several moments of individual brilliance ⁵. However, it was Cabral's unexpected strike that ultimately captured the fans' votes and the prestigious award ⁸.