Lionel Messi praised the performance of Cape Verde's goalkeeper

Cape Verde national team goalkeeper Josimar Vozinya shared details of his conversation with Lionel Messi after their thrilling match against Argentina at the World Cup, as reported by Zamin.uz.

The experienced goalkeeper, over forty years old, emphasized that the football star highly praised his performance on the field and believed the entire nation should be proud of him. Following Argentina’s hard-fought 3-2 victory, Vozinya approached Messi and engaged in a sincere conversation.

According to the goalkeeper, Messi embraced him and expressed gratitude for his outstanding performance. Such heartfelt words from one of the greatest players in football history left an unforgettable impression on the Cape Verde representative.

Vozinya, in turn, expressed his gratitude to the Argentine forward, calling him the best footballer of all eras. He noted that such moments are unexpected and exciting for any athlete.

At the end of their talk, the goalkeeper asked Messi for his jersey, and the superstar promised to give it to him after entering the locker room following all official events post-match. The Cape Verde team put up a worthy resistance against the reigning world champions in this match, managing to take the game into extra time.

Although the team was eliminated from the tournament, Vozinya left a lasting impression on fans with his reliable performances and ability to defuse numerous dangerous situations. According to One.uz, this sincere exchange is being regarded as one of the brightest and most human moments of the competition.

For the veteran goalkeeper, such recognition stands among the highest achievements of his career.