Vozinha debuts for Colo-Colo in Copa Chile against Unión Española
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:24 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Goalkeeper Vozinha made his first appearance for Colo-Colo on August 26 in a Copa Chile match against Unión Española. The Cape Verdean, who gained fame during the World Cup, joined Coco-Colo after overcoming registration delays. His debut comes as the club leads Liga Nacional by 13 points. Vozinha competes for the starting role amid strong performances from 19-year-old Gabriel Maureira. Coach Fernando Ortiz emphasized that Vozinha must earn his place on the team.
- •Vozinha joined Colo-Colo on August 2 after signing on July 24.
- •He faced competition from Gabriel Maureira, who is currently the starting goalkeeper.
- •Colo-Colo has a 13-point lead over Universidad de Chile in Liga Nacional.
- •Vozinha showcased skills at the World Cup, appearing against teams like Uruguay and Argentina.
- •Colo-Colo's next match could further define Vozinha's role in the squad.
- 4:24 AMYahoo Sports — 😅 Vozinha's blunder that had Colo Colo rattled on their debut
- 3:24 AMESPN Soccer — WC star Vozinha makes first Colo Colo appearance
- 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup personality Vozinha makes his first Colo-Colo appearance in a Copa Chile match
"Goalkeeper Vozinha — who starred during Cape Verde’s World Cup debut — finally made his first appearance for Chilean powerhouses Colo-Colo on Wednesday in a Copa Chile soccer match against Unión Española. The 40-year-old veteran, whose real name is Josimar Évora Dias, arrived in South America on Aug. 2 after Colo-Colo announced his signing on July 24. Upon landing, Vozinha immediately joined training with the domestic leaders, who currently hold a 13-point cushion over rivals Universidad de Chile.
"The most anticipated day has arrived for the fans of Josimar José Évora Dias, better known as Vozinha. The goalkeeper sensation of the World Cup finally made his debut for Colo Colo, and he did it i...
"Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made his debut for Chilean side Colo-Colo during Wednesday's Copa Chile match.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 4:24 AM😅 Vozinha's blunder that had Colo Colo rattled on their debut
The most anticipated day has arrived for the fans of Josimar José Évora Dias, better known as Vozinha. The goalkeeper sensation of the World Cup finally made his debut for Colo Colo, and he did it i...
- ESPN SoccerAug 27, 2026, 3:24 AMWC star Vozinha makes first Colo Colo appearance
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made his debut for Chilean side Colo-Colo during Wednesday's Copa Chile match.
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 1:01 AMWorld Cup personality Vozinha makes his first Colo-Colo appearance in a Copa Chile match
Goalkeeper Vozinha — who starred during Cape Verde’s World Cup debut — finally made his first appearance for Chilean powerhouses Colo-Colo on Wednesday in a Copa Chile soccer match against Unión Española. The 40-year-old veteran, whose real name is Josimar Évora Dias, arrived in South America on Aug. 2 after Colo-Colo announced his signing on July 24. Upon landing, Vozinha immediately joined training with the domestic leaders, who currently hold a 13-point cushion over rivals Universidad de Chile.
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