1 match, 7 saves, 5 million followers: How Cape Verde’s 40-year Vozinha stopped Spain and became World Cup’s most unlikely hero
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha delivered one of the most inspiring performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, producing seven saves to secure a historic draw against Spain in his nation's tournament debut. The emotional 40-year-old later dedicated the moment to his late grandparents and absent mother, capping a remarkable journey from overlooked prospect to global football hero.
