Cape Verdean Goalkeeper Vozinha Joins Chilean Club Colo Colo
2 sources across 2 countries · Chile · France
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- La Tercera
- France 24
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Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha has signed a six month contract with the Chilean first division club Colo Colo. The 40 year old athlete arrived in Chile on August 2nd and underwent medical examinations on Monday before officially signing his contract at the Monumental stadium. The agreement includes a potential one year extension; one report specifies that this extension is automatic if Vozinha plays in 50 percent of the remaining matches. His monthly salary is reported to be 30,000 US dollars.
Vozinha gained significant international recognition and a massive social media following during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He previously played for Desportivo Chaves in the Portuguese Second Division. His arrival in Chile was marked by a large gathering of fans at the airport and a planned mass presentation at the Monumental stadium for 42,000 people. The official account of the 2026 World Cup also highlighted the signing on social media.
One administrative hurdle involved the player's name. While his legal name is Josimar Jose Evora Dias, he requested to use his nickname, Vozinha, on his jersey. Local competition rules generally prohibit nicknames, but the Council of Presidents granted a special authorization to allow it due to his global recognition.
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Sources
- Centre France 24: Cape Verde's Vozinha signs with Chile's most decorated football club
- Centre-right La Tercera: "Cacique": official account of the 2026 World Cup is amazed by the arrival of Vozinha to Colo Colo
- Centre-right La Tercera: The detail of the clause that Vozinha must fulfill to extend his contract with Colo Colo
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