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Cape Verde World Cup breakthrough (Atlanta): Cape Verde’s 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha became an instant hero, starring with seven saves as the debutants held Spain to a shocking 0-0 draw—one of the biggest early upsets of FIFA World Cup 2026. Visa drama turns into a travel story: Vozinha said his mother couldn’t attend because of a US visa “bond” cost and timing, and the US State Department says it has no record of her applying and is now “actively reaching out” to help with visa services. Political pressure in Washington: US House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to help Vozinha’s mother get in for Cape Verde’s next match. Tourism angle: The moment is already boosting Cabo Verde’s visibility abroad, with fans and media spotlighting the island nation as a new travel curiosity—while the wider tournament keeps raising questions about entry costs and travel friction for visitors. World Cup travel watch: Ticket resale prices show some bargains for less-hyped matches, with Cape Verde fixtures appearing among the lower-cost options on secondary markets.

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“Actively reaching out…”: US State Department trying to help Cape Verde goalie Vozinha’s mum for FIFA World Cup

“Actively reaching out…”: US State Department trying to help Cape Verde goalie Vozinha’s mum for FIFA World Cup

US State Department aiding Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mother to attend World Cup matches

US State Department aiding Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mother to attend World Cup matches

‘We’ve Arrived!’: Cape Verde Fans Exult in World Cup Draw With Spain

‘We’ve Arrived!’: Cape Verde Fans Exult in World Cup Draw With Spain

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told to help Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mom attend World Cup in US Congress

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told to help Cape Verde goalkeeper’s mom attend World Cup in US Congress


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