Goalkeeper Vozinha debuts for Colo Colo: 'An honor to wear the shirt of the biggest team'
Translated from Spanish and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
At a glance
- Goalkeeper Vozinha made his debut for Colo Colo in their Copa Chile victory against Unión Española.
- He expressed immense pride in wearing the jersey of what he called "the biggest team in the country."
- Vozinha shared his happiness after his first game, noting it was a gratifying experience after a long period without playing.
Goalkeeper Vozinha expressed his profound honor after making his debut for Chilean club Colo Colo in their Copa Chile victory over Unión Española. The Cape Verdean player stated it was a "great honor to wear the jersey of Colo Colo, the best and biggest team in the country."
A great honor to wear the jersey of Colo Colo, the best and biggest team in the country, now we just have to keep working.
Speaking after the match at the Estadio Nacional, Vozinha conveyed his satisfaction with his performance and the team's win. "I am very happy for my first game and a very good and gratifying feeling, after a long time without playing. But happy to be here, to help the team and for the victory," he told TNT Sports.
The goalkeeper acknowledged the extended period he had been inactive, referencing his last game with Argentina and the World Cup. "Football is like that. I had a long time after the game with Argentina and the World Cup. I had between two and three weeks of vacation. Then I needed a little time to prepare, to be well, and I am satisfied with everything," he explained.
I am very happy for my first game and a very good and gratifying feeling, after a long time without playing. But happy to be here, to help the team and for the victory.
Vozinha's debut marks a significant step in his career, particularly after a lengthy break from competitive play. His immediate impact and positive sentiments suggest a strong commitment to contributing to Colo Colo's success.
Football is like that. I had a long time after the game with Argentina and the World Cup. I had between two and three weeks of vacation. Then I needed a little time to prepare, to be well, and I am satisfied with everything.
Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.