Their 2026 World Cup
Match by match
S. Lopes Cabral played 3 matches for Cape Verde, starting every one. His only goal came in the round of 32 against Argentina.
| Round | Match | His game |
|---|---|---|
| Group H | vs Spain 0-0 | Started, off on 76′ · 🟨 |
| Group H | vs Uruguay 2-2 | Started, played the full match · 🟨 |
| Round of 32 | vs Argentina 2-3 | Started, played the full match · 1 goal |
Biography
Sidny Lopes Cabral (Portuguese: [ˈsid.ni ˈlɔ.pɨʃ kɐ.ˈbɾal]; born 18 September 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a full-back for Süper Lig club Trabzonspor. Born in the Netherlands, he plays for the Cape Verde national team.
Early life Cabral was born in 2002 in the Netherlands. His parents were both from Santiago, Cape Verde. As a youth player, Cabral joined the youth academy of Swedish side Helsingborg. He was regarded as a bright prospect whilst playing for the club's youth team.
Club career In 2024, Cabral signed for German side Viktoria Köln. He was described as a key part of the club's newfound defensive stability. In the summer of 2025, Cabral moved to Portugal, signing a three-year contract through to 2028 with Primeira Liga club Estrela da Amadora. Cabral became an offensive weapon for his new club in his debut season, registering five goals and providing two assists in the league, the highlight being a hat-trick scored in a game away at Casa Pia.
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