Vozinha shines as Cape Verde holds Spain to a 0-0 draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:05 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha emerged as a standout performer during Spain's World Cup match on June 16, 2026, in Atlanta, leading to a 0-0 draw. The 40-year-old veteran made seven crucial saves against Spain's dominant attack, showcasing his skills despite limited prior recognition. The exceptional performance propelled Vozinha to global fame, with his Instagram following surging from under 60,000 to nearly 10 million soon after. Spain, featuring several stars including Mikel Merino, struggled to break through Cape Verde’s defenses throughout the match.
- •Match took place in Atlanta during the 2026 World Cup.
- •Vozinha recorded seven saves against Spain's offense.
- •Cape Verde earned their first-ever point in World Cup history.
- •Vozinha's Instagram following increased dramatically after the match.
- •Spain failed to capitalize on their possession and opportunities.
- 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Spain Couldn’t Beat Him: Vozinha Becomes World Cup Sensation
"When Arsenal fans tuned in to watch Mikel Merino, David Raya and Martin Zubimendi begin Spain’s World Cup campaign, few could have predicted who would steal the headlines.Not one of Spain’s Europe...
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