June 21, 2026
Tears have turned to cheers for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, whose mother will finally be in the stands when the World Cup minnows take on Uruguay in Miami on Sunday.
Ana Candida Evora arrived from the Cape Verdean capital, Praia, after the United States granted her a visa, allowing her to watch her 40-year-old son in person after missing the team’s opening match.
Vozinha had fought back tears while speaking to reporters following his heroic display in Cape Verde’s goalless draw with Spain, revealing that his mother had been unable to secure a visa in time. The issue has since been resolved, and she is now set to witness another chapter in her son’s remarkable World Cup journey.
Cape Verde, who stunned many by frustrating Spain in their opening game, are approaching Sunday’s clash against Uruguay with confidence rather than caution.
