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After putting in an incredible performance on his World Cup debut at age 40, Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to join Chilean club Colo Colo.
The transfer follows a strong campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where Vozinha helped lead Cape Verde to the round of 32 in the country’s first appearance. The signing was mocked by the club on social media.
Named in the FIFA team of the tournament, the veteran goalkeeper made 18 saves in four games, 15 of which came against the two teams that reached the final, while helping keep Cape Verde unbeaten in 90 minutes.
His tournament highlight was seven clean sheet saves in a goalless draw against eventual world champions Spain, making him the oldest goalkeeper to record a shutout in a World Cup debut.
In the round of 32, Vozinha recorded eight saves during a 3-2 overtime loss to Argentina, earning him praise from Lionel Messi and other legends of the sport.
Born Josimar José Évora Dias, the goalkeeper entered the World Cup as a free agent after his contract with Portuguese second division side Chaves expired.
He adopted the name Vozinha early in his career to avoid sharing a name with a teammate, referencing a nickname he was given when he was raised by his grandparents.
Off the pitch, Vozinha’s performances in the tournament generated widespread international attention, expanding his social media following from 50,000 to over 29 million followers after the tournament, along with reported transfer interest from MLS side Inter Miami before agreeing a deal with Colo Colo.
In Colo Colo, Vozinha will play under the direction of Argentine coach Fernando Ortiz as the Santiago club builds its squad for the upcoming Copa Libertadores, the South American equivalent of the UEFA Champions League.
