A Sport5 feature published on June 22, 2026, at 01:45 highlights the unusual path of Cape Verde’s finisher to the 2026 World Cup. The piece says his story began on the street, where he was randomly identified on a New York avenue, before later being rejected by Benfica.
It also notes a period in his career under Ivic, placing that chapter in the context of his rise to prominence. The article frames his journey as one of setbacks and discovery, showing how an obscure talent moved from rejection to becoming a player worth following on the World Cup stage.
The story is presented as part of Sport5’s World Cup coverage and is accompanied by a FIFA photo credit. No additional on-field details, statistics, or match outcomes are given in the text provided, but the focus is clearly on the player’s backstory and how he reached Cape Verde’s squad.
