World Cup 2026 hero banned from playing under his own name: What's wrong with Vozinha's transfer?

Vozinha's transfer has hit a snag.

Details: Colo-Colo's new signing, Vozinha—one of the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup—won't be able to use his famous nickname on his match jersey.

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According to the regulations of the Chilean Football Association, only a player's official surname may appear on the back of the shirt. The full name of the player is Josimar José Évora Dias, which means he will have to play either under the surname "Dias" or "Évora Dias."

This decision came as an unpleasant surprise not only to the player himself, but also to Colo-Colo. The club had planned to make money from selling T-shirts bearing the word ‘Vozinha’, as the Cape Verdean goalkeeper had become a real star of the tournament following his brilliant performance at the World Cup, capturing the attention of fans around the world.

Now, the Chilean club will have to look for other ways to monetize the popularity of one of this summer's most talked-about signings.

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