Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, has officially joined Colo Colo, Chile's most successful club, fulfilling his lifelong ambition to play for a 'big club.' After a standout performance in the FIFA World Cup, Vozinha transitioned from smaller clubs in Portugal's second tier to the South American stage. He acknowledged receiving other offers but stated Colo Colo was always his priority.

A unique challenge arose as Chilean football rules require players to wear their legal surnames. However, the Chilean Football Federation granted Vozinha a special exception to continue using his nickname, "Vozinha," which holds significant personal and historical meaning for him. He hopes to continue using it throughout his career as a tribute to his grandmother.

Vozinha arrived in Santiago to an enthusiastic reception from fans. His World Cup performances, where he faced top national teams, transformed him into a global sensation, significantly boosting his social media following. Now, he aims to leverage this momentum and contribute to Colo Colo's success, potentially debuting this Sunday against Unión La Calera. He described the move to Colo Colo as the highlight of his club career, surpassing even his World Cup experiences.