• Vozinha believes he always belonged at a major club after World Cup performances.
• He joined Chile's Colo-Colo from Portuguese team Chaves.
• The 40-year-old aims to contribute to Colo-Colo's success.
• He has a personal attachment to his nickname "Vozinha," honoring his grandparents.
• Vozinha could debut this weekend against Unión La Calera.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, known for his standout performances during the FIFA World Cup, has officially joined Chilean giants Colo-Colo, marking a significant moment in his career. The 40-year-old expressed, "Despite playing in smaller leagues for clubs that weren’t exactly giants, deep down I always told myself I was a 'big club' player," which led him to prioritize Colo-Colo over other offers, according to Reuters and Al Jazeera.

The transition from the Portuguese second-tier team Chaves to Colo-Colo, who have won a record 34 Chilean top-flight titles, is seen as fulfilling a long-held ambition for Vozinha. Reflecting on his accomplishments, he noted, "The World Cup was the best thing that ever happened to me in football, but that is in the past now," as he shifts his focus to his new club responsibilities, according to Africa News.

Vozinha's move comes with a unique twist, as he received permission to wear "Vozinha," meaning "little granny" in Portuguese, on his jersey as a tribute to his grandparents. This personal significance is a key part of his identity, which he intends to maintain throughout his career, according to Reuters and Africa News.

Vozinha was greeted warmly by supporters upon his arrival in Santiago and has begun training with his new team, preparing for a potential debut in Sunday’s league match against Unión La Calera, as indicated by Al Jazeera and Africa News.