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His mother, Ana Candida Evora, along with other family members, will be cheering him on from the stands in Miami after their visa issues were resolved.
The 40-year-old goalkeeper, who was the standout performer in the sensational 0-0 draw against Spain, openly expressed how much he missed his family.
His emotional reaction after the match went viral on social media, prompting US authorities and FIFA to assist in arranging his mother's arrival in the United States.
“We are all rooting for Cape Verde. The players must believe, and everything will turn out well. Go onto the field with your heads held high, fight, and you will deliver a great performance, my boys,” Vozinha's mother conveyed to the national team in a video released by FIFA.
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- Full Schedule
- Complete Results
- Standings
- News from the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- World Cup TV Schedule
- Team Kits
- Stadiums
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