Cape Verde's unprecedented participation in the World Cup strengthens connection with the city of MG Goalkeeper Vozinha became the main topic among residents of Cape Verde, in the south of Minas Gerais, after his decisive performance in the African team's goalless draw against Spain, in the 2026 World Cup. On social media, Brazilians from the city of Minas Gerais that shares its name with the African country filled the player's publications with messages of affection, pride and encouragement. 📲 Follow the g1 Sul de Minas page on Instagram In one of Vozinha's most recent posts on Instagram, the comments were quickly taken over by residents of Cape Verde (MG), who celebrated the historic result against one of the favorites for the world title. "I'm from Cape Verde, south of Minas Gerais, and I'm impressed with you! Monster!", wrote a fan. Another internet user commented: "This is Cabo Verde MG. Go cousin." The feeling of proximity between the two places also appeared in other messages. "From a Cape Verdean to a Cape Verdean: Boraaa primoooo!", published a resident. 'Let's go, cousin!': Cape Verde's historic draw against Spain has repercussions in the city of Minas Gerais with the same name Social networks The demonstrations reinforce a connection that has existed for years between the city of Minas Gerais with around 11,400 inhabitants and the country located on the west coast of Africa, but which gained even more strength after the unprecedented qualification of the Cape Verdean team for the World Cup. Party atmosphere on social media The celebration was not restricted to comments on the goalkeeper's profile. Residents also shared stories following the match and celebrating the result. A Cape Verdean woman published an image with the flags of Brazil and Cape Verde accompanied by the phrase "Bora primooooos!". Another recorded the final minutes of the game on television and wrote: "I'm excited!!!" 'Let's go, cousin!': Cape Verde's historic draw against Spain has repercussions in the city of Minas Gerais with the same name Social networks Shortly after the final whistle, the City of Cape Verde (MG) also joined the celebration. In an official publication, the municipal administration classified the result as historic. "Today, Cape Verde showed the world its strength, its race and its courage! The 0-0 draw against the giant Spain has already made history", wrote the city hall. The post also highlighted the symbolic relationship between the two places. "Congratulations to our brotherly country! We are with you, cheering for every achievement." Initial plugin text Fans interrupt until office hours Businessman Renato Ramalho was one of the residents who followed the match closely. In order not to miss the game, he interrupted the company's working hours and gathered three employees to watch the confrontation. According to him, the result surprised even the most optimistic fans. "It was surprising. We were excited to watch Cape Verde's games, but a lot of people were betting on a quiet victory for Spain. There were people putting up 7-1 in the pools. When the draw came, the topic took over the groups", he says. Ramalho believes that the African team's performance further increased the residents' confidence in the team's campaign. "The team knew how to defend themselves well against a very strong team. This draw is very important to maintain their chances of qualifying. Now we have to wait for the game against Uruguay. On Sunday we will be firmly in the crowd", he states. See also: Understand how the first participation of an African country in the World Cup strengthens its connection with the city of Minas Gerais Cape Verde: city in Minas Gerais paints streets and supports the African country of the same name in its World Cup debut See more news from the region on g1 Sul de Minas