Cape Verde Hero Vozinha S Mother To Get Travel Visa For Uruguay And Other Games After Emotional Revelation

When Cape Verde line up against Uruguay in the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, Vozinha’s mother should be watching her son play from the stands at the Miami Stadium. The poor woman couldn’t see his heroic performance against Spain in person on account of a strict US visa policy for Cape Verde citizens, which includes the fulfilment of a mandatory bond of USD 15,000.

"No mother should miss the chance to see her child make history," U.S. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries said in a statement on Wednesday. “I spoke with the Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and asked the State Department to do everything in their power to ensure that his mother can attend Cape Verde's next match. It is a ‌privilege to announce that Vozinha's mum will be able to secure a visa in time to attend their game this Sunday.”

A State Department official said in a statement provided to Reuters: "We can confirm our visa team in Praia is in close touch with her and providing the needed services."

"All fees have been waived consistent with official policy. Travel arrangements are now being made for mother and son to reunite in Miami," Jeffries added.

If it indeed happens, her arrival and watching the game from the stands will overshadow the encounter itself. Vozinha may not be able to replicate his performance, but so what? At least he will have his mother in the stands watching him play. It’s highly unlikely the African nation is going to win the World Cup, but what they have done already — against Spain — will be etched in memory for years. The arrival of Vozinha’s mother will make the tournament richer to all intents and purposes.