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Demand for US Visa Enabled to Allow Cape Verde’s Top Goalkeeper Mother to Follow Her Child to the World Cup
The Democratic leader of the U.S. House has called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to permit his mother, Ana Candida Evora, to arrive in the United States and witness her son Vozinha’s World Cup performance. Evora previously declined to attend the match against Spain due to visa costs, sparking widespread advocacy within her community. Meanwhile, immigration challenges—such as restrictions imposed during the Trump administration and recent policy changes—have made even the mental trip to Atlanta difficult for hopeful supporters. Officials say players’ relatives may qualify for bond waivers, but many families still struggle with the financial barriers. As the minimum requirement for US entry looms, some are urging the administration to act swiftly to ensure her right to see her hero in action.
