Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar 'Vozinha' Dias is set for an emotional reunion with his mother after United States authorities expedited arrangements to ensure she can attend the Blue Sharks' next FIFA World Cup 2026 match, turning one of the tournament's most touching stories into a heartwarming reality.

Vozinha, 40, was named player of the match in Cape Verde's stunning World Cup draw with heavyweights Spain.

The 40-year-old goalkeeper, named man of the match after making seven saves in his country’s 0-0 draw against Spain, was in tears at full time

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made seven saves against Spain in a historic 0-0 World Cup draw, but US visa issues kept his mother from attending the match.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made himself a World Cup hero against Spain but his mother wasn't able to attend the match due to visa issues stopping her entering the USA

Cape Verde's goalkeeper, Vozinha, was emotional after winning player of the match with seven saves vs. Spain. He wept for his grandparents and country.

Man of the match against Spain, this was a crowning moment for a goalkeeper who already holds legendary status back home

ATLANTA, United States: Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was…

Josimar “Vozinha” Dias had a day to remember as he inspired Cape Verde to register a goalless draw against Spain in the FIFA World Cup. | Football News

From his hometown of Sao Vicente in Cape Verde, Vozinha has been his jersey name throughout his club career.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha broke down after his team pulled off a stunning goalless draw against Spain in the FIFA World Cup. | Football News

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha struggled to contain his emotions as he stood before television cameras after the biggest match of his career, overwhelmed by a moment that had taken…

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s emotional World Cup heroics vs Spain: record clean sheet, viral rise from 50,000 to 5 million followers, and US visa heartbreak.

Vozinha made seven sensational saves during the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Spain, helping Cape Verde pull off a serious result. | Football News

In a stunning World Cup fixture, Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha holds Spain to a goalless draw, capturing the hearts of millions and propelling his team into history.…

Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha delivered a heroic performance, securing a 0-0 draw against Spain in their historic World Cup debut in Atlanta.

Goalkeeper Vozinha kept an amazing clean sheet against Spain but his mother wasn’t in Atlanta to see it

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PRAIA, June 16 : Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha stunned the world by shutting out Spain's formidable attacking line-up in the island nation's World Cup debut on Monday but one…

The US State Department is trying to help get Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother to the United States to watch her son play in the World Cup, a State Department official said…

The US State Department is helping Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother get a visa to attend the World Cup after a $15,000 bond kept her from his historic