World Cup personality Vozinha makes his first Colo-Colo appearance in a Copa Chile match
Goalkeeper Vozinha — who starred during Cape Verde’s World Cup debut — finally made his first appearance for Chilean powerhouses Colo-Colo on Wednesday in a Copa Chile soccer match against Unión Española. The 40-year-old veteran, whose real name is Josimar Évora Dias, arrived in South America on Aug. 2 after Colo-Colo announced his signing on July 24. Upon landing, Vozinha immediately joined…
SANTIAGO, Chile — Veteran goalkeeper Josimar Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, made his debut for Colo-Colo in a Copa Chile match against Unión Española on Wednesday. The 40-year-old arrived in South America on August 2, following a three-time delay due to paperwork and personal issues. Despite facing stiff competition for the starting role, with regular goalkeeper Fernando De Paul injured and academy prodigy Gabriel Maureira already established as the team's first choice, Vozinha has had the opportunity to train with Colo-Colo since his arrival.
Coach Fernando Ortiz emphasized that Vozinha would have to earn his place in the starting lineup through merit, stating that a big name alone wouldn't guarantee a starting spot. Vozinha gained widespread attention during Cape Verde's World Cup debut, where his exceptional saves earned him social media fame and admiration from fans and players alike, including stars like Uruguay, Spain, and Argentina.
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