Vozinha
GK
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Jun 3, 1986 (40)
Right
6'2"
165 lb
Eight saves, three goals conceded
Vozinha logged eight saves but conceded three goals during Cape Verde's 3-2 loss Friday to Argentina.
Analysis: Playing two hours against the World Cup's reigning champions, including Golden Boot leader Lionel Messi, Vozinha logging his tournament-high saves Friday is unsurprising. After the goalkeeper stopped a 15th-minute free-kick from Messi, Argentina's aforementioned captain scored minutes later. Subsequently, Vozinha would save Messi's four shots, evenly split between free-kicks and one-on-ones. The goalkeeper also stopped Lautaro Martinez and Leandro Paredes from recording long-range goals. Cape Verde's downfall can be attributed to extra-time corners, the first resulting in a goal by Lisandro Martinez. From another corner, Cristian Romero headed an attempt that deflected off Diney's hand and past Vozinha. Thus ends Vozinha's breakout tournament, featuring 18 saves and two clean sheets across four games.
Seals another clean sheet
Vozinha registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia.
Analysis: Vozinha's remarkable World Cup run continues, as he delivered three crucial saves against Saudi Arabia to secure his second clean sheet of the tournament and send Capo Verde into the Round of 32. The 40‑year‑old keeper has been one of the biggest surprises of the group stage, recording 10 saves across three matches, including the stunning shutout against Spain that captivated the world. His path only grows more challenging now, with a showdown against defending champions Argentina set for July 3.
Beaten twice, point salvaged
Vozinha recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Uruguay.
Analysis: Vozinha was tagged for two goals in Sunday's 2-2 World Cup draw against Uruguay, first getting beaten by Maxi Araujo's left-footed strike in the 44th minute before Agustin Canobbio found the net deep into stoppage time to give Uruguay a 2-1 lead heading into the break, with neither goal the result of a mistake on his part. The veteran goalkeeper once again came up with key saves after starring in Cape Verde's tournament-opening draw against Spain, facing heavy pressure from a Uruguay side that fired 17 shots. Now 40 years old, Vozinha heads into a winner-take-all clash with Saudi Arabia as Cape Verde looks to secure its first-ever spot in the knockout rounds.
Secures historic clean sheet
Vozinha registered seven saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Spain.
Analysis: Vozinha produced seven saves and kept a clean sheet in Cape Verde's scoreless draw against Spain, earning Superior Player of the Match honors after preventing 1.45 expected goals on target. At 40 years old, Vozinha entered the World Cup as one of the most experienced figures in Cape Verde's squad, and his standout performance was instrumental in securing a historic clean sheet.
Historic No. 1 in goal
Vozinha has been named in Cape Verde's World Cup squad and is expected to start every fixture as the undisputed first choice in goal for coach Bubista.
Analysis: Vozinha ended the season at Chaves in the Portuguese second division, bringing vast experience and the leadership of a goalkeeper who has been Cape Verde's number one for over a decade across four Africa Cup of Nations appearances. The 39-year-old serves as vice-captain and is the oldest player in the squad, with his composure and experience proving invaluable as Cape Verde make their historic debut on the biggest stage in world football. Vozinha heads into the World Cup as one of the most recognizable and respected figures in Cape Verdean football history, and his presence between the posts gives the Blue Sharks a reliable and experienced foundation to build upon in Group H against Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia.
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