From the World Cup to Colo Colo: Vozinha's Next Destination Confirmed

After emerging as one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Cape Verde, veteran goalkeeper Vozinha is set to continue his career in Chile, with Colo Colo confirming an agreement to sign the 40-year-old shot-stopper.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup completely transformed the career of Josimar José Évora Dias, better known as Vozinha. At 40 years old, the Cape Verde goalkeeper went from being relatively unknown on the global stage to becoming one of the tournament's breakout stars thanks to his remarkable performances against some of football's biggest nations.

Vozinha played a crucial role as Cape Verde held eventual champions Spain to a draw and pushed runners-up Argentina into extra time. His outstanding saves throughout the competition earned worldwide recognition, and fans voted him into FIFA's Team of the Tournament ahead of renowned goalkeepers such as Unai Simón and Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez.

His impressive World Cup campaign also sparked a massive rise in popularity, with the veteran keeper gaining millions of followers on social media and becoming one of the tournament's most talked-about players.

Now a free agent after the end of his previous contract, Vozinha has found a new challenge. Colo Colo president Aníbal Mosa confirmed that the Chilean giants have reached an agreement to sign the experienced goalkeeper.

"First of all, I can confirm that Vozinha will be a Colo Colo player. We have an agreement in place, and only the final details with his representatives remain to be completed," Mosa said before the club's league match against Deportes Limache.

The Chilean club expects Vozinha to arrive in the coming days to undergo his medical examination before officially completing the transfer. The move gives Colo Colo an experienced leader between the posts and adds one of the most memorable stories from the 2026 World Cup to their squad.