Vozinha: Cape Verde goalkeeper wins Chilean league title with Colo-Colo

Cape Verde international goalkeeper Josimar José Evora Dias, known as Vozinha, has written a new chapter in his football career after winning the Chilean league title with Colo-Colo, achieving his first trophy outside his country at the age of 40.

Colo-Colo's crowning came after their victory over hosts Nublense by a score of 2-1, in the round that saw the team secure the title, adding the club's 35th championship to their history in the competition, with Vozinha playing a key role as the starting goalkeeper.

The veteran goalkeeper said after the match, in statements to the official television: "I came here for that, to win the title, and thanks to God we were able to achieve this great championship. I am very happy and proud of what we have accomplished."

This title marks an exceptional milestone in Vozinha's career as he prepares to play in the first World Cup in Cape Verde's history, after helping his country achieve the dream of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup at the age of forty.

The goalkeeper has caught attention during his national team's journey, standing out in matches against big teams. He has also entered the list of the best goalkeepers according to the FIFA ranking and received a nomination for the Best Goalkeeper award at the Ballon d'Or.

Vozinha celebrated his achievement with a heartfelt message dedicated to his family, Cape Verde, his teammates, and the fans of Colo-Colo, adding a historic title to his career, which has featured one of the most remarkable stories in football this year.