Fred starts U20 journey with Fortaleza v Fluminense in Xerém | OneFootball

Historic idol of Fluminense, the former striker Fred will have a special reunion with the club that marked his career. Currently the coach of the youth categories at Fortaleza, he will make his debut leading the Under-20 team precisely against the Tricolor, this Saturday, at 3 PM, at the Marcelo Vieira stadium in Xerém, for the Under-20 Brazilian Championship.

Fred was announced by Fortaleza in September 2025 to initially lead the Under-18 category. In a short time, he began to build his path off the field and won his first title as a coach by winning the Under-17 Capital Supercup.

New Stage and Symbolic Reunion

Promoted to the Under-20 category, Fred now begins a new challenge in his career and, right in his first match, will face the club where he became an idol and ended his career as a professional player in 2022.

The location of the match makes the moment even more symbolic. Xerém is the traditional training center for Fluminense athletes and the stage for the development of various Tricolor generations.

Eternal Legacy in Laranjeiras

Fred is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Fluminense. In two stints at the club (2009-2016 and 2020-2022), he won important titles and built a strong connection with the fans.

Now, in his journey as a coach, the former number 9 begins a new chapter, this time on the sidelines, with a remarkable reunion right in the first challenge.

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