Cabo Verde's unforgettable World Cup debut: Vozinha's heroics and a legacy of heart
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Charlotte Coates, Elizabeth Conway
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Cabo Verde, a debutant team at the 2026 World Cup and one of the smallest nations in the tournament, captured global attention with their spirited performances. Led by heroic goalkeeper Vozinha — who made 7 saves against Spain and 8 against Argentina — they earned their first World Cup point against Spain, scored their first World Cup goals against Uruguay, and nearly pulled off an epic upset against Argentina. Though eliminated, the team leaves an unforgettable legacy of heart and determination.
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· 3 pulledVozinha hizo siete paradas contra España y ocho en la derrota ante Argentina.
Quizás Cabo Verde fue la segunda nación más pequeña del Mundial, pero deja una enorme huella al despedirse con un partido épico contra Argentina.
Gracias a la heroica actuación del portero Vozinha lograron su primer punto en un Mundial frente a España.
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