[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, the US Department of State has decided to step in directly to speed up the entry procedures for Vozinha’s mother, the mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. US authorities confirmed this Tuesday that they have been in contact with people close to Cape Verde national team goalkeeper Vozinha, aiming to expedite and simplify entry formalities for his mother ahead of the crucial second group-stage match. The State Department stressed that family members of athletes qualify for a visa bond waiver. Accordingly, US officials are working closely with the goalkeeper’s relatives to facilitate the full consular process and cut down the normally lengthy and complicated approval timeline. Current hurdles lie not only in administrative procedures but also logistical matters. Sources familiar with the matter confirmed that Vozinha’s mother does not hold a valid passport at present, so she is rushing to obtain the most essential travel documents required to fly to the United States.
The editor believes that Vozinha put in an outstanding performance for Cape Verde against Spain. After the match, the goalkeeper was visibly emotional and explained to the media: “My mother couldn’t come to watch the game because we couldn’t afford the visa fees.” His remarks sparked an outpouring of public support and prompted the United States to activate its diplomatic channels in an effort to resolve the matter ahead of their next fixture.