In the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Spain, and Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha became the oldest goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet in his FIFA World Cup debut.

In this match against Spain, Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha made his FIFA World Cup debut. The 40-year-old goalkeeper made 7 saves, helping Cape Verde draw 0-0 with their opponents and secure the first FIFA World Cup point in their history.

According to statistics, Vozinha became the oldest goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet in his FIFA World Cup debut.