Cape Verde HubCape Verde's Sidny Lopes Cabral scored a stunning goal in the 2026 World Cup. The goal occurred in the first half of extra time, at 13 minutes, and thrilled the African crowd in the stadium.
What happened?
The match between Cape Verde and Argentina was one of the most exciting episodes of the World Cup. Sidny Lopes Cabral scored an unstoppable shot in the corner of goalkeeper Dibu Martínez.
The controversy in Madrid
Sidny Lopes Cabral was involved in a controversy with Benfica fans after asking for Vinicius Júnior's shirt, from Real Madrid. The exchange did not occur on the field, but in the tunnel leading to the dressing rooms.
Future in Turkish football
Sidny Lopes Cabral left Benfica after just 12 games and will defend Trabzonspor, from Turkey, in the 2026/27 season.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| July 3 | Argentina vs Cape Verde | 3-2 |
Sidny Lopes Cabral's goal was one of the most exciting moments of the match. Cape Verde's elimination from the World Cup was a blow to the team, but Sidny Lopes Cabral showed his talent and skill on the field.
