15.06.2026 23:30
After an incredible performance in the Spain match, where he didn't allow any goal opportunities, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha saw his social media followers increase by over 2.1 million after the game.
In the opening match of Group H of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a major surprise occurred. Spain, one of the absolute favorites of the tournament, drew 0-0 with Cape Verde, a team participating in this huge organization for the first time in its history. The name that left its mark on the historic match was Cape Verde's experienced 40-year-old goalkeeper, Vozinha.
HE STOOD TALL IN GOAL, BECAME MAN OF THE MATCH
Building a wall in front of his goal for 90 minutes, Vozinha gave no chance to the Spanish attackers. Making a total of 7 critical saves throughout the match, the experienced goalkeeper earned the "Man of the Match" award with this heroic performance and secured a historic point for his country.
HE GAINED OVER 2 MILLION FOLLOWERS
Vozinha's great success on the field brought unprecedented popularity on social media as well. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, who had a modest follower count of around 100 thousand on social media before the big match, went viral worldwide after his performance. Following the end of the match, Vozinha's account experienced a flood of followers, gaining over 2 million new followers in a short time, becoming one of the most talked-about events on social media.