Vozinha gains family support ahead of Cape Verde's match vs Uruguay

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Vozinha gains family support ahead of Cape Verde's match vs Uruguay
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will have family present for his team's upcoming match against Uruguay this Sunday. The 40-year-old earned player of the match honors in a recent goalless draw against Spain, boosting his profile and popularity. Vozinha's father, Jose Pedro Dias, and brother, Delmiro Évora Nascimento, are in the U.S. to support him, with his mother also expected to join them after securing a visa. The draw with Spain marked a significant achievement for Cape Verde, who are participating in their first World Cup.

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  • Vozinha was named player of the match against Spain in a goalless draw.
  • His family is attending the match against Uruguay in the U.S.
  • Cape Verde's draw with Spain is their first point in World Cup history.
  • Vozinha's mother faced visa issues but is expected to arrive soon.
  • The team aims for further success in their first World Cup appearance.
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  • 6:35 PMYahoo SportsCape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will have his family close by when his team takes on Uruguay on Sunday, days after his standout performance against Spain turned him into one of the most talked about players of the World Cup. The 40-year-old was named player of the match in Cape Verde’s goalless draw on Monday, a display that brought him international attention and a surge in popularity on social media. Among the fans cheering him on in the U.S. are his father, Jose Pedro Dias, and brother, Delmiro Évora Nascimento, who also is a soccer player.

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