Real Madrid legend at Sporting event, find out why | OneFootball

Marcelo, former Brazil international and past Real Madrid star, almost went unnoticed among the merengue fans next to pitch No. 6 at the University Stadium, watching the match against Sporting at under-11 level, where the 1st Aurélio Pereira Tournament is taking place.

Approached by the press for a few comments, the former left-back appeared surprised and politely declined, while smiling. "I’m here to support my son Liam," he told newspaper A Bola. Marcelo not only applauded but also gave a few instructions to his youngest son.

It should be remembered that, organized by the Club, the first edition of the Aurélio Pereira Tournament kicked off yesterday, April 10, in order to honor and celebrate the legacy of the ‘Lord of Youth Development’. Taking place at SCP Lisbon’s hub, across different pitches at the University Stadium, under-11 and under-13 teams from several renowned European clubs known for youth development are in attendance, namely Manchester City, PSV, Real Betis and Real Madrid.

Geovany Quenda was present to welcome all the teams at the opening ceremony, along with Adrien Silva and Rui Patrício. It took place on Friday afternoon, roughly a year after the death of Aurélio Pereira.

, brother of the ‘Lord of Youth Development’ and also the owner of a long career at the Club as a player and coach – he came through the academy, played, was a champion wearing the lion on his chest, and was also a youth coach, as well as a member of Paulo Bento’s coaching staff with the first team.

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