Vozinha, Cape Verde's goalkeeper who earned player-of-the-match honors against Spain, will reunite with his mother after visa fees were waived. US House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced that travel arrangements to Miami are finalized.
The 40-year-old goalkeeper had expressed emotional difficulty at his mother's inability to attend due to US visa costs. Vozinha becomes the oldest player to appear in a nation's World Cup debut at 40 years and 12 days.
Vozinha's emotional reunion with his mother may enhance his psychological state heading into future matches. Goalkeeper performance odds and Cape Verde match outcome betting may be marginally affected by the player's improved emotional condition.
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BBC Sport