The US government is working to secure a visa for the mother of Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha in time for the World Cup. The effort is bipartisan, highlighting the intersection of sports, politics, and global community. The news was first reported by Crypto Briefing.
The visa push
Sources familiar with the matter say officials from both parties are coordinating to ensure Vozinha’s mother can attend the tournament, which kicks off next week. The goalkeeper, whose full name is José Manuel da Silva, is a key player for the Cape Verde national team. His mother’s visa application had been stuck in bureaucratic limbo for months.
Why it’s bipartisan
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have taken up the case, framing it as a matter of family unity and national pride for Cape Verde. A senior congressional aide described the effort as “a rare moment of agreement” in an otherwise polarized climate. The White House has not officially commented, but administration officials are reportedly involved in expediting the process.
What happens next
The visa decision is expected within days. If approved, Vozinha’s mother would join him in the US for the duration of the World Cup. For now, the family is waiting — and the government is working against the clock.
