Messi and Vozinha: What the Two Heroes Said to Each Other

Vozinha, the 40-year-old Cape Verdean goalkeeper, emerged as one of the unexpected stars of the World Cup. Last night, he made seven crucial saves against Argentina in his team's dramatic 3-2 extra-time loss in the Round of 16 at the World Cup.

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After the final whistle, the goalkeeper was seen approaching Lionel Messi, and the two shared a conversation.

“I went up to him, and before I could even say anything, he immediately hugged me and said, ‘Well done. You are truly a great goalkeeper. Your people must be very proud of you.’ To hear such words from someone like Leo meant an incredible amount to me,” Vozinha shared.

“I thanked him and replied, ‘Thank you, Leo. You are the best.’ Then I asked him for his match jersey. He smiled and said, ‘Of course. I’ll give it to you in the hallway outside the changing rooms.’ These are moments I will remember for the rest of my life,” he added.