Vozinha with admiration for Buffon: "I really appreciate you very much. Italy? Defensive champions"

The Cape Verdean national team made history by not only qualifying for the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, but also advancing to the knockout stage, where they will face Argentina in the round of 16. This is the real story of this edition of the tournament, and 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha plays a special role in it. Although his career has not been spectacular so far, and he currently plays for Chaves, a team from the Portuguese second league, he is now experiencing unforgettable moments as the number one in his national team.  Vozinha, born in 1986, moved his fans, as well as his mother, who, after solving visa problems, was able to fly to the United States to support her son. The World Cup completely changed his life - he gained 17 million followers on social media, becoming a star in Cape Verde. In an interview with DAZN, he talked about his knowledge of Italian football: "Italy is one of the best countries in football, probably the second with the most world champion titles. It is Buffon's country...". Vozinha does not hide the fact that as a goalkeeper he has always admired the legendary Buffon, who in the past was an icon of Juventus and the Italian national team: "My idol? Yes. And Italy always shows great football, great performances. They are the champions of defense. Yes, I know Italy. Hello Gigi, I really appreciate you very much!" - he concluded his message to Buffon. --- ## Related Articles 1. [Bielsa lascia l'Uruguay senza niente dopo la delusione al Mondiale](https://azzurrigoal.com/it/news/bielsa-lascia-luruguay-senza-niente-dopo-la-delusione-al-mondiale) 2. [World Cup 2026](https://azkalsgoal.com/fil/news/larawan-ng-round-of-32-ng-fifa-world-cup-2026-halos-kumpleto-na-ang-listahan-ng-mga-pasok-na-koponan)