40-Year-Old Cape Verde Goalkeeper Makes World Cup History vs Spain
Summary
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made history by keeping a clean sheet (not allowing any goals) at age 40 in their first-ever World Cup match, which ended 0-0 against Spain. Spain had many chances but Vozinha saved every shot on goal, earning him the Man of the Match award.Key Facts
- Cape Verde played their first-ever World Cup match against Spain, resulting in a 0-0 draw.
- Vozinha, Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper, saved all seven shots on goal from Spain.
- Vozinha is the oldest goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet in a World Cup game.
- Spain had 27 shots in total, including 7 shots on target, but could not score.
- Barcelona star Lamine Yamal made his World Cup debut for Spain but could not break through Vozinha’s defense.
- Cape Verde is the third-smallest country to qualify for the World Cup.
- Spain entered the tournament as a favorite to win the World Cup for the first time since 2010.
- Grupo H still has upcoming matches, including Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia.
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