The Uruguayan great opened his World Cup scoring account with a memorable strike in a 2002 thriller against Senegal.
Classic World Cup goals are more than old highlights. They remind fans why certain players, teams and matches stay part of tournament history. FIFA first published this update on May 25, 2026.
Why this World Cup goal still stands out
Forlan seizes the stage belongs in the kind of World Cup memory fans revisit before every tournament. The best goals carry a match story with them, not just a finish.
How it links to the 2026 tournament
World Cup 2026 will give a new group of players the same chance to create a defining moment. With 48 teams and 104 matches, there will be more stages for a single run, pass or finish to become part of the tournament story.
Explore the next World Cup
Check the World Cup 2026 schedule, stadiums guide and World Cup groups guide to see where the next memorable moments could happen.
Source: FIFA.com.