Vozinha's mother misses Cape Verde's World Cup debut due to visa issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:07 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha performed in his team's first-ever World Cup match, a 0-0 draw against Spain on June 15 in Atlanta. Though Vozinha received acclaim, his mother, Ana Candida Evora, could not attend due to a visa issue. The U.S. State Department is working with Vozinha's family to address the situation, citing a lack of records regarding her visa application. Cape Verde's next match is scheduled against Uruguay on June 21.
- •Vozinha made his World Cup debut against Spain on June 15.
- •The match ended in a scoreless 0-0 draw at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- •His mother could not attend due to visa complications.
- •The U.S. State Department is reaching out to assist with visas.
- •Cape Verde will face Uruguay on June 21.
- 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Cape Verde Goalie Says Mom's 'Visa Issue' Meant She Had to Watch His Historic World Cup Performance from Home
"The State Department said it "is actively reaching out" to goalkeeper Vozinha's family to "assist with visa services"
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