Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha gains millions of Instagram followers after World Cup draw
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According to a single-source report from ABC News, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha saw his Instagram followers surge from about 50,000 to nearly 10 million after his team’s 0-0 draw against Spain in the World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was named man of the match for his saves against the European champions. The increase was driven by Brazilian streamer Casimiro Miguel, known as Cazé, whose channel CazéTV asked viewers to follow Vozinha during the broadcast. Vozinha expressed shock at the growth, calling it “crazy.” The report also notes that Vozinha’s mother was unable to attend the match due to visa difficulties, and the U.S. State Department said it was working to resolve the situation. A similar viral moment occurred last month with New Zealand defender Tim Payne after an Argentine influencer encouraged followers to follow him.
What’s reported
Vozinha’s Instagram followers grew from about 50,000 to nearly 10 million after the 0-0 draw against Spain.
The surge was prompted by Brazilian streamer Cazé, who asked his audience to follow Vozinha during the broadcast.
Vozinha is 40 years old and only began playing professionally at 25.
He was named man of the match for his saves against Spain.
Vozinha’s mother could not attend the match due to visa difficulties; the State Department said it had no record of her applying for a visa and was working with Cape Verde authorities.
A similar viral moment occurred last month with New Zealand defender Tim Payne, whose followers rose from about 4,700 to nearly 6 million.
Key figures
Vozinha, Cape Verde goalkeeper
Casimiro Miguel (Cazé), Brazilian streamer and CazéTV anchor
Tim Payne, New Zealand defender
El Scarso (Valen Scarsini), Argentine soccer influencer
Sources: abcnews.com
