World Cup 2026: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha honoured by name to new species
- After winning plaudits across the globe for his World Cup performances with Cape Verde, goalkeeper Vozinha has another honour - with a newly discovered species of sea slug being named after him.
- The small red mollusc was discovered by biologist Jesus Ortea in the Caribbean, and he opted to name it after the 40-year-old star of the tiny nation's campaign.
- Cape Verde are the second smallest nation to ever reach the World Cup finals.
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- After winning plaudits across the globe for his World Cup performances with Cape Verde, goalkeeper Vozinha has another honour - with a newly discovered species of sea slug being named after him.
- The small red mollusc was discovered by biologist Jesus Ortea in the Caribbean, and he opted to name it after the 40-year-old star of the tiny nation's campaign.
- Cape Verde are the second smallest nation to ever reach the World Cup finals.
Sources: BBC News