Vozinha

Vozinha

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother arrived in Miami. Photo: Collected

Mum is here! Vozinha's World Cup wish comes true

The veteran goalkeeper's emotional post-match appeal went viral after Cape Verde's draw with Spain, prompting US authorities to grant his mother a visa

Ana Candida Evora, the mother of Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha, poses for a photograph with her grandson Marvin Junior and granddaughter Lais Sofia at Cesaria Evora International Airport near Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, before she begins her journey to the United States, June 17, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Davidson Alves TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to watch son at World Cup

Cape Verde got a point against Spain on their FIFA World Cup debut. Photo: Reuters

US State Department says working to help Cabo Verde keeper Vozinha's mother attend World Cup

Cape Verde got a point against Spain on their FIFA World Cup debut. Photo: Reuters

Cabo Verde's Vozinha weeps after World Cup heroics, says mother could not afford US visa