Vozinha to Colo-Colo: World Cup Hero Finds a New Home in Chile
From unemployed free agent to one of the breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup — and now a Colo-Colo player.
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (full name Josimar José Évora Dias) has agreed to join Chilean giants Colo-Colo on a free transfer. Club president Aníbal Mosa confirmed the deal in late July 2026, saying the 40-year-old will travel to Santiago in the coming days for medicals before being presented at the Estadio Monumental.
A Late-Career Fairytale

Vozinha’s story is pure football romance. At 40 years old and without a club contract heading into the tournament, he produced a series of outstanding performances that helped Cape Verde reach the round of 32 in their first-ever World Cup appearance. His shot-stopping, command of the box, and leadership made him one of the competition’s most talked-about players.
Those heroics quickly changed everything. Interest poured in from several clubs, including reports of interest from Inter Miami, but Vozinha ultimately chose Colo-Colo. The deal is believed to be an 18-month contract worth around $25,000 per month — a significant step up after years of more modest earnings in Portugal and elsewhere.