Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha is set for an emotional reunion at the World Cup after U.S. officials moved to ensure his mother can travel to the United States in time to watch him play against Uruguay on Sunday.
The 40-year-old became one of the early stars of the tournament this week after producing a string of outstanding saves to help Cape Verde hold Spain to a shock 0-0 draw in the nation's first-ever World Cup match.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced on Wednesday that he had spoken with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and urged the State Department to do everything possible to ensure Evora could attend Cape Verde's next Group H match in Miami.
Spain entered the tournament as overwhelming favourites against Cape Verde, one of the smallest nations in the competition. Instead, they were repeatedly frustrated by the veteran goalkeeper, who produced seven saves to preserve a famous draw.
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