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Cabo Verde goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias has become one of the biggest viral stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after his heroic display against Spain.

At 40, a goalkeeper single-handedly stopped European champions Spain in their tracks, becoming a legend overnight.

He was speaking shortly after Monday's stunning 0-0 draw against the European champions, when he had gone from about 50,000 followers to more than 1 million.

The veteran keeper was everywhere as the Spanish team and its fans became increasingly frustrated, despite dominating possession and unleashing 27 shots.