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Santiago, Chile — (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — Following his impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 40-year-old Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha has secured his next career move. He arrived in Santiago, Chile, on August 3 and officially signed with century-old Chilean football club Colo-Colo, beginning a new chapter in his professional career. Under the agreement, Vozinha will initially join the club on a six-month contract, with an option to extend for another 12 months, bringing the potential total term to 18 months.
As an official sponsor of Colo-Colo, JETOUR Auto arranged a JETOUR T2 escort fleet for Vozinha’s arrival and will continue to provide mobility support for his daily commuting, training sessions, and match-related travel in Chile.
A Career Built Through Persistence
Vozinha’s path to professional football was far from conventional.
Before entering the professional game, he worked in the fishing industry in Cape Verde while continuing to train in his spare time. With limited training resources, he developed his skills through determination and discipline, eventually signing his first professional contract at the age of 25.
Over the following decade, Vozinha played in six countries, mainly in lower-tier leagues, while spending much of his career competing for opportunities and experience. Reflecting on his journey, he once said that starting professional football at 25 was considered late, and that the dream of playing at the World Cup kept him moving forward.
A Breakthrough Moment on the World Stage
At the 2026 World Cup, Vozinha became a key figure for Cape Verde at the age of 40. He delivered seven crucial saves to help the team secure a draw against Spain and made eight important stops against Argentina. Across four matches at the tournament, Vozinha remained unbeaten in regulation time and recorded a total of 18 saves.
His World Cup performances brought him global recognition, with his social media following increasing from around 50,000 to nearly 30 million. Yet shortly before the tournament, Vozinha was still without a club contract. His move to Colo-Colo marks the latest step in a career defined by persistence and continuous challenges.
Vozinha’s move to Colo-Colo marks a new chapter in his career, as he continues to pursue new challenges on the South American stage. His determination to keep progressing throughout his career reflects the spirit of exploration and perseverance that aligns with JETOUR’s “Travel+” Strategy.
A Shared Spirit of Exploration: JETOUR Supports Every Journey
Vozinha’s career has been shaped by years of persistence and steady progress. Similarly, JETOUR’s global growth has been built through continuous investment and long-term development. Since its establishment in 2018, JETOUR has navigated an increasingly competitive automotive market, focusing on strengthening its product portfolio, technological capabilities, and global operations.
With more than 2.4 million vehicles sold globally, JETOUR has achieved rapid growth in international markets. The brand ranks No.1 in overall SUV sales in four markets, including Angola and Egypt; leads the Boxy SUV segment in nine markets, including Chile, South Africa, Qatar, and Morocco; and ranks first among Chinese SUV brands in 11 markets, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Peru. This steady growth, driven by long-term commitment and continuous improvement, shares similarities with Vozinha’s career path of persistence and progress.
From a small island in Cape Verde to Santiago, Chile, 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha continues to embrace new challenges in his career. Similarly, JETOUR’s global journey began with its first overseas vehicle deliveries in Ecuador and has since expanded to more than 100 countries and regions. Guided by the “Travel+” Strategy, JETOUR continues to enrich its product portfolio and provide diverse mobility experiences for users worldwide.
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