Newly discovered sea slug named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha following World Cup heroics

Newly discovered sea slug named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha following World Cup heroics
Newly discovered sea slug named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha following World Cup heroics - Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. (Photo: FIFA)
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. (Photo: FIFA)

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In a report documenting the discovery, Ortea said the naming was intended to acknowledge Vozinha's influence during the World Cup, particularly after his inspired display against European champions Spain on June 15, where his string of saves helped Cape Verde secure a historic goalless draw.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has received an unusual tribute after a newly identified species of sea slug was named in his honour following his standout performances at the FIFA World Cup.
The newly discovered marine mollusc, found in the Caribbean by Spanish biologist Jesús Ortea, has been officially named Aldisa vozinha in recognition of the veteran goalkeeper's contribution to Cape Verde's memorable tournament campaign.
In a report documenting the discovery, Ortea said the naming was intended to acknowledge Vozinha's influence during the World Cup, particularly after his inspired display against European champions Spain on June 15, where his string of saves helped Cape Verde secure a historic goalless draw.

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According to Ortea, the sea slug's distinctive red colouring serves as a symbolic reference to Spain's nickname, La Roja, with the species commemorating one of the most talked-about performances of the competition.
“As the name for the epithet, we have selected that of Vozinha (Josimar José Evora, Dias, Mindelo, 3.6.1986), goalkeeper of the Cape Verde national football team, who played a prominent role in their World Cup debut against La Roja (15.6.2026), the colour of the species dedicated,” Ortea said in the report.
Vozinha, 40, played a key role in Cape Verde's remarkable run at the tournament as the island nation, among the smallest ever to qualify for the World Cup, progressed beyond the group stage before bowing out in the Round of 32. They pushed defending champions Argentina to extra time on July 3 before eventually suffering a narrow 3-2 defeat.

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The goalkeeper's exploits during the tournament also earned him worldwide attention beyond the pitch. His following on Instagram jumped to 17.4 million from 50,000 after the draw with Spain, turning him into one of the breakout stars of the competition.
Ortea, who was awarded Cape Verde's Medal of Merit in 2023 for his research in the country's waters, has previously named newly discovered species after celebrated football figures.
Among them is a species dedicated to former Costa Rica goalkeeper Keylor Navas, while another discovery was named in honour of Spanish football legend Quini, further reflecting the scientist's unique way of celebrating the sport through his work.

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