Vozinha of Cape Verde Confesses His Unease with Celebrity

Cape Verde's hero on his way to the 2026 World Cup admits to suffering from his sudden fame.

Vozinha, Cape Verde's breakthrough star qualified for the 2026 World Cup, struggles to manage his meteoric rise. The striker regrets the anonymity and tranquility of his former life, before his performances thrust him into the international spotlight. This sudden notoriety, linked to his historic qualification with Cape Verde, deprives him of the serenity he cherished. The player now faces the psychological challenges of celebrity alongside his preparation for the World Cup.