Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar Jose Evora Dias, widely known as Vozinha, faces potential restrictions on the name he can use on his jersey following his recent transfer to Chilean club Colo-Colo. The 40-year-old goalkeeper became a standout figure during this summer’s CONCACAF Gold Cup, where his performances against Spain, Uruguay, and Argentina earned him widespread acclaim and a significant social media following. His displays helped raise his profile, resulting in a move to the 34-time Chilean league champions.

However, Chilean league regulations currently prohibit players from wearing nicknames on match jerseys. Under these rules, players using names that are not their registered surnames face an automatic yellow card, and their clubs may be subject to fines. As a result, unless exceptions are made, Vozinha would be required to use his birth name—Evora, Dias, or Evora Dias—rather than the nickname under which he gained international recognition.

The issue was addressed by Pablo Milad, president of the Chilean Football Association, who confirmed that Colo-Colo has submitted a formal request to allow the goalkeeper to wear the name Vozinha on his shirt. Milad stated that the association would review the request in the coming hours, leaving open the possibility of an amendment to existing regulations.

Vozinha’s situation illustrates how local league rules can sometimes clash with global football culture, where players often use nicknames or single names as identifiers. With Colo-Colo seeking to accommodate their new signing’s preferred designation, the upcoming decision from the Chilean Football Association will likely impact how the goalkeeper is officially recognized in competition moving forward.