Brazilian football legend Eduardo da Silva was seen in the stands at SRC Mladost in Čakovec, supporting a match between the Croatian U-15 team and Brazil. Eduardo's presence was to support his son, Matheus, who is part of the young Croatian squad competing in the 8th International "Vlatko Marković" Tournament in Međimurje.

Tournament Honors Vlatko Marković

The 8th edition of the international tournament named after former HNS president Vlatko Marković is being held from May 19 to 24 in Međimurje. Croatia's U-15 team, known as the cadets, played their first match in group A against Brazil, which ended in a 1-0 defeat for Croatia. The sole goal was scored by Lucas Jorge Santos Alves Orfei in the 82nd minute.

Support from Eduardo

Eduardo, who scored an impressive 29 goals in 64 appearances for Croatia, was present to support his son Matheus, who is continuing his father's football legacy in the Croatian team.

Upcoming Matches Against Japan and England

Following the match against Brazil, the young Croatian team will face two more challenges. They will play against Japan on Wednesday at 5 PM, followed by a match against England on Friday, also at 5 PM.

Roster of Players:

  • Vigo Mihanović (HNK Hajduk)
  • Matija Grahovac (HNK Rijeka)
  • Patrik Čekeliš (NK Osijek)
  • Luka Komorski (GNK Dinamo)
  • Hrvoje Malogajski (HNK Hajduk)
  • Teo Ivančević (GNK Dinamo)
  • Toni Ercegović (HNK Hajduk)
  • Rafael Barišić (GNK Dinamo)
  • Dominik Štrbac (Bayern Munchen)
  • Jadran Sumić (HNK Hajduk)
  • Martin Reichenbach (Rapid)
  • Kaan Bijedić (HNK Hajduk)
  • Andrej Seradušić (HNK Hajduk)
  • Ivan Dragić (NK Osijek)
  • Lucas Lastavec (GNK Dinamo)
  • Luka Ivančić (GNK Dinamo)
  • Matheus Eduardo Da Silva (Flamengo)
  • Jakov Horvat (NK Slaven Belupo)
  • Rafael Perišić (NK Osijek)
  • Zvone Dacer (NK Lokomotiva)
  • Toma Vukas (HNK Hajduk)
  • Gabriel Hrmić (GNK Din-amo)
  • Antony Tukić (HNK Hajduk)