Chilean club Colo Colo announced the signing of Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha on Tuesday. He helped his country reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was voted the tournament’s best goalkeeper by fans.
The 40-year-old, whose full name is Josimar Jose Evora Dias, spoke at a news conference at Monumental David Arellano Stadium in Santiago.
“I expected something big because we are talking about Colo Colo, but I did not expect so many people,” Vozinha said. “I am happy to be received by so many people. I have to thank everyone.”
He last played for Portuguese team G.D. Chaves and said he feels fulfilled after the World Cup.
“I started playing professionally at 25. I come from a small country with few opportunities. I represent the Cape Verdean people, who work hard and never give up.”
Colo Colo is Chile’s most successful club and won the Copa Libertadores in 1991. They currently lead the Chilean Primera Division with 42 points from 17 matches, 12 points ahead of Universidad de Chile.
