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Cape Verde World Cup star goalie Vozinha signs for Chile's Colo Colo
Published 5 August 2026 · sports
Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha, celebrated as the "Miracle Keeper" during the FIFA World Cup, has signed with Chile's most popular club, Colo Colo. The 40-year-old
Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha, celebrated as the "Miracle Keeper" during the FIFA World Cup, has signed with Chile's most popular club, Colo Colo. The 40-year-old, whose saves against Spain and Argentina captivated global audiences, previously played in Portugal, Angola, Cyprus, Moldova and Slovakia.
His move marks a significant pay rise, from $10,000 to $50,000 a month, and Colo Colo secured special permission for him to keep his nickname on his jersey, a first for Chile's premier league.
He is expected to make his debut later this month. Al Jazeera’s Lucia Newman reports from Santiago, Chile. Find us on Check our website Check
Published: August 5, 2026 • 9:13 AM IST · Updated: August 5, 2026 • 11:11 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha, celebrated as the "Miracle Keeper" during the FIFA World Cup, has signed with Chile's most popular club, Colo Colo.
The 40-year-old, whose saves against Spain and Argentina captivated global audiences, previously played in Portugal, Angola, Cyprus, Moldova and Slovakia.
His move marks a significant pay rise, from $10,000 to $50,000 a month, and Colo Colo secured special permission for him to keep his nickname on his jersey, a first for Chile's premier league.
He is expected to make his debut later this month.
Al Jazeera’s Lucia Newman reports from Santiago, Chile.
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