Jovane Cabral officially unveiled by Grêmio
Midfielder Jovane Cabral, one of Cape Verde's standout players at the 2026 World Cup, was officially unveiled by Grêmio on Friday (24). The 28-year-old, who played a key role in Cape Verde's historic World Cup campaign, expressed his excitement at joining the Brazilian club and cited Luan Guilherme, former Vitória player and 2017 Libertadores champion, as one of his inspirations.
What did the player say about joining Grêmio?
During the press conference, Jovane Cabral highlighted Grêmio's significance in Brazilian football history. "Grêmio is a historic club, I've known about it for a long time. Players who have passed through this great club, like Ronaldinho, Luis Suárez, and Luan, are top players," he stated. He also mentioned the positive pressure of playing for a big club and his expectations of helping the team achieve new titles.
How did Cape Verde perform at the 2026 World Cup?
Before joining Brazilian football, Jovane Cabral started in both of Cape Verde's 2026 World Cup matches. The African team surprised by advancing to the knockout stage, drawing with Spain in their opener and losing to Argentina in the round of 16. The midfielder emphasized Brazil's importance as a football reference and his excitement about playing in the country.
Who is Luan Guilherme and how has he influenced Jovane Cabral?
Luan Guilherme, former Vitória player, was mentioned by Jovane Cabral as one of his inspirations. The midfielder joined the Bahia club in January 2024, playing six matches and winning the Bahia State Championship. Currently, Luan is in a career transition phase after his time in Bahia.
