VIDEO Krulbal dazzles: Cape Verde’s Cabral wins World Cup beauty award

VIDEO Krulbal from the Kaapverdiër defender Sidny Lopes Cabral saw his curling strike in the round‑of‑16 clash against Argentinië crowned the most beautiful goal of the WK 2026, a decision announced by the Wereldvoetbalbond (FIFA) on Monday. The spectacular effort lifted the profile of the small nation on football’s biggest stage.

The round‑of‑16 encounter pitted the Kaapverdiër side against the powerhouse of Argentinië, with both teams seeking progression in the WK 2026.

Sidny Lopes Cabral’s curled shot found the net, earning acclaim for its technique and being singled out by the Wereldvoetbalbond as the tournament’s most beautiful strike.

The decision, released by FIFA on Monday, adds a historic highlight to Kaapverdi’s World Cup debut and underscores the global reach of the WK 2026.