CJ dos Santos is a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for the Cape Verde national team. Born on September 24, 2000, in Philadelphia, USA, to Cape Verdean parents, dos Santos began his career in the youth academy of the Philadelphia Union before moving to Benfica's renowned youth system in Portugal. He has represented Cape Verde at the international level, earning call-ups for World Cup qualifiers and other competitions. Known for his shot-stopping abilities and commanding presence in the box, dos Santos continues to develop as a promising goalkeeper for both club and country.