Haiti’s unforgettable World Cup journey has earned another place in football history.
FIFA has officially named Wilson Isidor’s stunning goal against Morocco the third-best goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a global fan vote for the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament award. The results were announced on July 27, with fans from around the world choosing their favorite goal from a shortlist of 12 spectacular strikes.
Isidor’s powerful long-range strike came during Haiti’s final Group C match against Morocco. Although the Grenadiers were eliminated from the tournament, the goal quickly became one of the competition’s most talked-about moments and was previously voted the second-best goal of the group stage by FIFA fans.
The top honor went to Cape Verde’s Sidny Lopes Cabral for his remarkable curling goal against Argentina in the Round of 32. Uzbekistan captain Eldor Shomurodov finished second for his strike against DR Congo, while Isidor rounded out the top three.
For Haiti, the recognition is another proud milestone from a historic World Cup appearance. Isidor’s goal not only showcased his individual talent but also put Haitian football in the global spotlight, proving the Grenadiers could produce moments of brilliance on the sport’s biggest stage.
Finishing among the top three goals of the tournament cements Wilson Isidor’s place in World Cup history. His memorable strike will be remembered as one of the defining moments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and another reminder of Haiti’s growing presence in international football.
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