Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has become the world's most-followed goalkeeper on Instagram, skyrocketing from 50,000 to over 20 million followers in just three weeks. The 40-year-old’s viral rise erupted after a historic 0-0 draw against Spain on June 15, where his seven spectacular saves earned him Man of the Match and a massive push from Brazilian broadcaster CazéTV.
His massive follower count now eclipses football legends like Iker Casillas and Thibaut Courtois, a staggering feat for a player representing a nation of 500,000 people.
Cape Verde shocked the world by escaping Group H and becoming the first World Cup debutant to reach the knockouts since 2010. Though they were narrowly eliminated 3-2 in extra time by Argentina, Vozinha shined with seven more saves. Now a free agent after parting ways with G.D. Chaves, the veteran shot-stopper has the global sports world watching his next move.