Vozinja Arrives in Chile, Welcomed by Thousands at the Airport

Vozinja, the veteran goalkeeper and a Cape Verde international, arrived in Chile on 03.08.2026 to complete his move to Colo Colo.

He touched down in Santiago to a dramatic reception: thousands of supporters filled the airport area and greeted him with chants and applause, creating an unusually large public spectacle.

Delay and speculation before departure

In the days leading up to the flight to South America the goalkeeper attracted intense attention by postponing his departure. He had delayed boarding for several days, a saga that generated media and fan curiosity; most observers think he simply wanted a few extra days of rest, nothing more.

Vozinja was also one of the more visible figures at the recently concluded World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada, and his participation in that tournament helped raise his profile before the transfer.

Colo Colo expect the experienced shot‑stopper to add leadership and competition to their goalkeeping squad. Video and photos from the airport have been widely shared on social networks, underlining the level of expectation that has greeted his arrival.

Photo: press material from the event