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Chelsea looking for a replacement for one of last season’s top performers (Picture: Getty Images) Chelsea will offer striker Nicolas Jackson to...

Welcome to another episode of the Arsecast – the original Arsenal podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Lewis Ambrose to chat about the World Cup...

Troy Deeney had some blunt criticism for England’s goalkeeper (Picture: CBS Golazo) England cannot win the World Cup with Jordan Pickford as first...

Africa's representatives have made a promising start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ghana and Ivory Coast emerging as the continent's only...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set for an emotional moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his mother was granted a visa to travel to the United...

Former Nigeria defender Ben Iroha has praised Cape Verde’s performance against Spain at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, describing it as clear...

Marc Cucurella joined Real Madrid in a £52m deal from Chelsea earlier this week (Shutterstock) Marc Cucurella insists he had no hesitation in...

Mikel Arteta is hoping to raid PSG to strengthen his attack this summer (Picture: Getty) Paris Saint-Germain’s plans to reshape their attack this...

Alvarez is being pursued by a number of clubs (Picture: FIFA via Getty Images) Julian Alvarez remains determined to join Barcelona this summer...

Thomas Tuchel has called on FIFA to move photographers during the national anthems (AMA/Getty) Thomas Tuchel admits his first experience of...

Ronaldo and Martinez could be together at club level next season (Picture: Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) Portugal manager Roberto Martinez...

Cristiano Ronaldo faced heavy criticism following his performance for Portugal against DR Congo (Picture: Getty) Cristiano Ronaldo issued a...

good morning everyone – Fitzie is BACK! (for these next two days) Can you believe we're already one week into the World Cup? Unbelievable! DR Congo...

Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has insisted that Nigeria’s absence from the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament is bad. ​The 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Victor Munoz looks to be on his way to Liverpool after they hijacked Newcastle's move for his services. Newcastle have been aiming to bolster their...

Cape Verdean goalkeeper Josimar 'Vozinha' Dias will be reunited with his mother at the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Uruguay in Miami. US...

Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha has become a star at this World Cup. He played a big role in holding Spain to a 0-0 draw. The...

Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo has emerged as a doubt for Uruguay's next two games at World Cup 2026 due to the injury he sustained before the...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing, and the tournament already had an unexpected thrilling tale in its first week. Cape Verde entered...

Vozinha's mother with finally be able to watch the Cape Verde goalkeeper at the World Cup after she was granted a US visa.

Ghana enter the 2026 World Cup with high expectations, yet they hold the lowest FIFA ranking in a highly competitive Group L alongside England,...

DR Congo, stand up! Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal blew a massive chance at three points on Wednesday after a 1-1 draw went in the favor of the...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will be reunited with mother Ana Candida Evora at the 2026 World Cup in Miami after visa fees were waived.

Vozinha became an early sensation of the World Cup after making key saves in his nation's remarkable 0-0 draw with Spain, one of the tournament...

England kick off their World Cup campaign in Dallas against Croatia (Picture: Getty) England’s World Cup campaign finally gets underway as they...

The mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time for her 40-year-old son's next World...

Vozinha's mother will attend her son's next match against Uruguay after she was finally able to secure a visa to travel to the US

US House leader Jeffries says fees have been waived‘No mother should miss the chance to watch their child'Goalkeeper fueled shock goalless draw...

The mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time for her 40-year-old son’s next World...

The mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time for her 40-year-old son’s next World...

Dan McDonnell is in Boston, Sean O’Connor is in Dallas, Ronan is in Munich and Joe and Will are in Dublin for this World Cup check in.Lionel...

The GWC has barely had time to unpack its suitcase and already the goals are flying in like overenthusiastic airline baggage. Stadiums are full,...

Vozinha scooped the Player of the Match award after his heroics for Cape Verde but due to extortionate bond payments to gain entry in the US, his...

The United States State Department says it is working to assist Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s family with travel arrangements so his mother can...

Spain midfielder Mikel Merino has highlighted the importance of Lamine Yamal to Luis de la Fuente’s side, describing the teenage sensation as a...

Spain star Lamine Yamal is reportedly eager to return to the starting lineup after being limited to a substitute appearance in La Roja’s opening...

The Arsenal midfielder said he is “fine” and urged Spain not to panic after their World Cup draw with Cape Verde. Mikel Merino has said...

Midfielder says it is important the European champions have ‘humility' after disappointing draw against debutantsThe mourning after isn't always...

A viral social media post has claimed Celtic supporters were backing Cape Verde during their World Cup clash with Spain. While there is no...

Cape Verde may not have beaten Spain on Monday night, but their heroic goalless draw will nonetheless go down as one of the biggest ever shock...

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has praised the performances of Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt and Cape Verde after all three African nations made strong...

The United States State Department says it is working to help arrange travel for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother so she can attend her son's...

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — When shown the number of Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in...

The 2026 World Cup is off to a blazing hot start! Every match seems to be a spectacle to watch, outside of about two blowout games by Sweden and...

When Arsenal fans tuned in to watch Mikel Merino, David Raya and Martin Zubimendi begin Spain’s World Cup campaign, few could have predicted who...

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has sent a defiant message to Spain supporters after their frustrating 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their 2026...

Goalkeeper Vozinha was Cape Verde's hero in Monday's 0-0 draw against Spain, which marked his country's first-ever World Cup match. At age 40, he...

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's stunning World Cup debut against Spain catapulted him to global fame, amassing over 8 million Instagram followers...

Lamine Yamal made his return to action on Monday at World Cup 2026 when he came on as a substitute in Spain's 0-0 draw with Cape Verde. The...

Lamine Yamal sends a defiant message after Spain's 0-0 draw against Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener. With Group H tied, the Barcelona...

Mikel Merino said World Cup favourites Spain are "dealing with the mourning" after their shock draw with underdogs Cape Verde in their opening game.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has become one of the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup after his great performance […]

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has reacted to Spain's disappointing World Cup opener against Cape Verde by telling the team to stay united and keep...

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha has gained over seven million followers on social media since his heroics kept out Spain.

Vozinha Cape Verde Goalkeeper Instagram Viral Surge The post Vozinha: Cape Verde’s 40-Year-Old Keeper Breaks the Internet appeared first on...

The 40-year-old goalkeeper, whose real name is Josimar José Évora Dias, became one of the breakout stars of the World Cup.

Cape Verde keeper Vozinha has gained over seven million followers on social media since his heroics kept out Spain.

The Cape Verde defender’s transformation from bank teller to World Cup star features in Stephen Bradley’s letter.

Cape Verde President José Maria Pereira Neves has thrown his support behind growing calls for veteran goalkeeper Vozinha to be honoured with a...

Four draws in one day, Spain’s 2,500-pass drought, Cape Verde’s LinkedIn hero, Bielsa’s anti-modelling rant, and a night where football remembered...

Goalkeeper Vozinha kept an amazing clean sheet against Spain but his mother wasn't in Atlanta to see it

Cape Verde defender has been inundated with well-wishers since draw with Spain, but focus now switches to Uruguay clash

The League of Ireland star was one of Cape Verde’s most impressive players on their World Cup debut.

From Sparwasser being the toast of East Germany to Cameroon's rumbling of Argentina, the finals are littered with upsetsCape Verde's stunning draw...

The keeper was central to Cape Verde's stunning draw.

Matchday Five of the FIFA World Cup 2026 saw underdog teams like Cape Verde and Egypt secure surprising draws against football giants

About a month ago, Roberto “Pico” Lopes thought he was meeting his parents for a Sunday dinner in Crumlin on the outskirts of Dublin, but was met...

The tournament has delivered plenty of excitement, and after just a week of action, there is evidence to suggest that it could get even better.

With two MLS players on their World Cup journeys with Cape Verde and one with Uruguay, the second matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is bound to...

Cape Verde defender Roberto Lopes played a key role in his nation's historic World Cup draw against Spain, but his international career almost...

Dublin-born defender's display against Spain drew comparisons with Paul McGrath's against Italy in 1994 but he says there is still room to...

Vozinha produced an inspired performance to keep Spain at bay on Monday

Cape Verde coach Bubista explains how his side's defensive organisation helped secure a shock World Cup draw against Spain.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has insisted that persistence rather than panic is the answer following his side’s shocking draw against Cape Verde...

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has claimed that it is time to double down rather than react with changes to their shock draw against Cape Verde on...

A punter was left with nothing to show for their huge £750,000 bet after Cape Verde stunned Spain in their first-ever World Cup game.

Harry Maguire and Joe Cole have bizarrely laughed at the expense Leeds United on Netflix.The World Cup is now well underway with various Elland...

Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte failed to increase his market value in Uruguay's 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia.In their first World Cup...

Cape Verde stunned Spain in 2026. The post The 9 biggest upsets in international football after Cape Verde shock Spain appeared first on Planet...

Family of Pico Lopes beaming with pride after Cape Verde's Spanish draw

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was overcome with emotion following his heroics against Spain.