Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha shines against Argentina in World Cup loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 12:57 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Cape Verde's Vozinha delivered a standout performance in a Round of 32 match against Argentina at the 2026 World Cup on July 3. Despite an eventual 3-2 defeat in extra time, he made eight saves, including four crucial stops against Lionel Messi. Vozinha's efforts kept the game competitive, with a remarkable save from a Messi free kick that sent the match to extra time. Argentina eventually broke through with two goals, ending Cape Verde's tournament run, but Vozinha's heroics brought him significant recognition, increasing his Instagram followers from 50,000 to 18.4 million.
- •Vozinha made eight saves, four against Messi.
- •Match ended 3-2 in favor of Argentina after extra time.
- •Vozinha's Instagram followers surged to 18.4 million.
- •Game played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
- •Cape Verde exits the World Cup following this match.
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde’s Vozinha overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo in a key World Cup knockout stat
- 12:57 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Cape Verde's Vozinha frustrates Lionel Messi in heroic loss to Argentina
"Vozinha entered the World Cup with 50,000 Instagram followers. He is up to 18.4 million after Cape Verde's loss.
"Cape Verde’s Vozinha continued his terrific form during the Round of 32 matchup vs. Argentina.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 1:36 AMCape Verde’s Vozinha overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo in a key World Cup knockout stat
Cape Verde’s Vozinha continued his terrific form during the Round of 32 matchup vs. Argentina.
- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 12:57 AMWorld Cup 2026: Cape Verde's Vozinha frustrates Lionel Messi in heroic loss to Argentina
Vozinha entered the World Cup with 50,000 Instagram followers. He is up to 18.4 million after Cape Verde's loss.
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