World Cup debut to remember - Forty-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper turns in spectacular performance to thwart mighty Spain
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June 16, 2026
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It took Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha all of his 40 years on Earth to make his World Cup debut.
The long, long wait was worth every fleeting second.
Vozinha recorded seven saves yesterday, holding Spain's star-studded line-up to a shocking 0-0 draw. The veteran keeper was everywhere as the Spanish team and its fans became increasingly frustrated, despite dominating possession and unleashing 27 shots. Not even the second-half entrance of young superstar Lamine Yamal could crack the code to get past Vozinha and the Cape Verde defence.
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