Cape Verde’s Vozinha Nominated for Ballon d’Or Goalkeeper of the Year After World Cup Heroics

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has earned a nomination for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Goalkeeper of the Year award following a remarkable World Cup campaign. The 40-year-old played a key role in Cape Verde’s historic journey to the knockout stage at their first-ever World Cup, including a standout clean sheet in a goalless draw against eventual champions Spain. His impressive performances made him one of the tournament’s surprise stars. Following the World Cup, Vozinha joined Chilean club Colo-Colo.