Vozinha’s World Cup wish comes true
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s remarkable World Cup story took another emotional turn on Friday when his mother arrived in Miami after receiving a U.S.
- Evora emerged from the arrivals area at Miami International Airport at 3:53 p.m. local time wearing a pink shirt, smiling as she shook hands with members of staff wearing FIFA accreditation.
- Ana Candida Evora, the mother of Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha, looks on at Cesaria Evora International Airport near Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, before she begins her journey to the United States, June 17, 2026.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s remarkable World Cup story took another emotional turn on Friday when his mother arrived in Miami after receiving a U.S. visa, allowing her to watch her son’s team face Uruguay on Sunday.
Ana Candida Evora travelled from Cape Verde’s capital Praia after the U.S. State Department provided her with a visa following Vozinha’s tearful comments after the tournament debutants’ shock 0-0 draw with Spain, in which the 40-year-old was named Player of the Match.
Vozinha said he was delighted his mother would finally be able to see him play at the World Cup in person, but made it clear he wanted the focus to return to football as Cape Verde prepare for a match that could move them closer to the knockout rounds.