Cape Verde GK Vozinha stopped World Cup favorites ...

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At 40 years old, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has become one of the World Cup's most beloved figures, a journeyman who defied the odds by stopping World Cup favorites Spain in a stunning upset. The performance catapulted the aging goalkeeper into the global spotlight, earning him 2 million new social media followers virtually overnight. His improbable success story has captivated audiences far beyond soccer diehards, transforming a career journeyman into an international sensation and reminding the world that sports' most memorable moments often come from unexpected places.