Cape Verde Goalkeeper Vozinha Seeks New Club After World Cup Breakout, Eyes Brazil

Vozinha, the 40-year-old goalkeeper for Cape Verde, confirmed that his contract with Portuguese second-division side Deportivo Chaves has expired. With no current club affiliation, he stated he is “open to everything” and is actively exploring opportunities, including the possibility of joining a Brazilian team.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

During the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Vozinha attracted international attention with a clean-sheet performance in Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw against European champions Spain on 15 June, followed by a 2-2 draw with Uruguay. The tournament marks Cape Verde’s first appearance at a World Cup, and a win over Saudi Arabia in Houston would secure advancement to the round of 32.

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• Vozinha – Cape Verde’s starting goalkeeper, formerly of Deportivo Chaves.

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• Daniel Braune – Brazilian journalist and influencer who conducted the interview on his YouTube channel.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

• Casimiro Miguel (Cazé) – Brazilian influencer who promoted Vozinha’s Instagram account, boosting his follower count dramatically.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

• Deportivo Chaves – The Portuguese club whose contract with Vozinha ended prior to the tournament.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

• Age: 40 years.

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• Social-media growth: Instagram followers increased from roughly 50 000 to nearly 16 million after the World Cup exposure.

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• Match results: 0-0 vs Spain; 2-2 vs Uruguay; pending match vs Saudi Arabia.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

• Contract status: No current club affiliation reported.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

Vozinha explained that his departure from Deportivo Chaves leaves him without a club, but he remains eager to continue playing. He expressed willingness to consider any offer, emphasizing a particular interest in Brazil, where fan support contributed to his recent social-media surge. He also thanked supporters for their encouragement and reiterated his personal and national ambition to see Cape Verde progress beyond the group stage.

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The sources differ on the tournament designation: one reference cites the “World Cup” generically, while another labels it the “2026 FIFA World Cup.” No club interest has been reported beyond Vozinha’s own statements, leaving his next destination uncertain.

Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha says he does not have a club but is open to 'everything'

• “I ended my contract with my previous club, Deportivo Chaves, and at the moment I still don't have anything,” — Vozinha, Goalkeeper, Cape Verde

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• “I'm open to everything. Let's see what comes up.” — Vozinha

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• “It would be good,” — Vozinha

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• “If I have the opportunity, I'd like to go, also to thank everyone for all of their support,” — Vozinha

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• “My dream, and the dream of all Cape Verdeans, is to reach the next round,” — Vozinha

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Vozinha’s potential move to Brazil could provide him with a platform in a football-intensive market, enhancing his professional longevity and raising Cape Verde’s visibility on the global stage. His social-media prominence illustrates how World Cup performances can translate into personal branding opportunities for players from smaller football nations.

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Cape Verde faces Saudi Arabia in Houston later this week, a match that could secure a round-of-32 berth. Simultaneously, Vozinha’s agent and representatives are expected to field inquiries from clubs, with Brazil identified as a preferred destination pending formal offers.

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