Cape Verde goalie Vozinha shines in World Cup draw against Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:43 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made headlines during the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his standout performance in a 0-0 draw against European champion Spain. The 40-year-old recorded seven saves, earning Player of the Match honors and rapidly gaining popularity online with a significant increase in social media following. An emotional highlight of the event is Vozinha's mother, Ana Candida Evora, attending the match after receiving a visa from the U.S. State Department. Cape Verde is set to face Uruguay next, where Vozinha will again be in the spotlight.
- •Vozinha recorded seven saves in the match against Spain.
- •The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
- •Vozinha's Instagram followers increased by 1000% after the match.
- •His mother was granted a visa to attend the World Cup.
- •Cape Verde will play Uruguay next in the tournament.
- 4:43 PMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde goalie Vozinha, and his mom, are the story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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