Miami, June 17 -- Cape Verde goalkeeper Josimar 'Vozinha' Dias is set for an emotional reunion with his mother after United States authorities expedited arrangements to allow her to attend the nation's next FIFA World Cup 2026 match, following widespread attention generated by the veteran goalkeeper's heartfelt comments after his side's historic draw against Spain.

The development was announced by US House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who said efforts involving the US State Department, the government of Cape Verde, and FIFA had ensured that Vozinha's mother would be able to travel to the United States in time for Cape Verde's Group A clash against Uruguay on Sunday.

Sharing the news on X, Jeffries wrote, "Star Cape Verdean goalkee...