Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother secures visa to watch son play in World Cup
After a public appeal, Cape Verde's national team goalkeeper Vozinha's mother has been granted a visa, allowing her to attend her son's World Cup matches in the US.
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The mother of Cape Verde's national team goalkeeper, Vozinha, has been granted a U.S. visa, allowing her to attend her son's matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ana Candida Evora had initially faced significant financial and bureaucratic hurdles, including a substantial bond requirement, which prevented her from traveling to the United States to witness Cape Verde's historic World Cup debut.
Following an emotional post-match interview where Vozinha expressed his sadness over his mother's absence after his team's surprising 0-0 draw against Spain, U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries intervened. Jeffries announced that after discussions with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the U.S. State Department waived all visa fees.
This intervention ensures that Vozinha's mother can now travel to Miami to reunite with her son and support him as Cape Verde prepares for its upcoming match against Uruguay.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: reports the mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper will be able to watch her son play
- BBC: states Cape Verde goalkeeper set to be reunited with his mum after visa grant
- AJ: confirms Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother gets visa to attend World Cup
- The Guardian: notes Mother of star Vozinha will secure visa to attend World Cup in US
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