Forty-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha, whose heroics at the 2026 World Cup captivated global audiences, has agreed to join Chilean powerhouse Colo Colo, the club's president announced Saturday. The deal brings one of the tournament's breakout stars to South America's most successful club. Main Developments Colo Colo president Anibal Mosa confirmed that Vozinha will travel to Chile in the coming days for medical examinations before being formally presented at the Estadio Monumental. "Vozinha will be a Colo Colo player," Mosa stated, adding that the goalkeeper's World Cup performances demonstrated he deserved the move. The signing carries significant marketing appeal for the Chilean side, Mosa acknowledged. Colo Colo teased the announcement on social media with an image appearing to show Vozinha's trademark curly hair. Read also: Why Iran's ability to withstand US pressure faces new tests Background Vozinha, whose full name is Josimar Jose Evora Dias, became one of the most talked-about players at the World Cup after a string of remarkable saves against top teams, including defending champions Argentina. He kept three clean sheets during Cape Verde's group stage run, helping the island nation qualify for the knockout round for the first time. His performance in a goalless draw with Spain made headlines worldwide, and fans voted him into FIFA's World Cup dream team. Before the tournament, he left Portuguese second-tier side Chaves. Off the pitch, Vozinha has become a social media phenomenon, with help from Brazilian influencer Casimiro. His Instagram following exploded from 50,000 to nearly 30 million. He also gained attention after revealing his mother, Ana Candida Evora, initially could not travel to watch him due to visa bond costs, until US House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries intervened, securing her a visa with all fees waived. Why It Matters Colo Colo, based in Santiago, currently top the Liga de Primera and are the most successful club in Chile, the only Chilean side to win the Copa Libertadores. Adding a World Cup star like Vozinha bolsters their domestic dominance and raises their international profile. For Vozinha, the move represents a remarkable late-career resurgence after leaving Chaves without a club. What's Next Vozinha will undergo medical examinations in Chile before being officially unveiled at the Estadio Monumental. His debut for Colo Colo is expected in the coming weeks, as the club pursues both the Liga de Primera title and potential Copa Libertadores glory.