Copa 2 de Julho Sub‑15 tournament in Bahia sees Fluminense de Feira dominate and attracts top club scouts

The 16th edition of the Copa 2 de Julho Sub‑15 football tournament in Bahia featured a strong showing by Fluminense de Feira. The team beat NRDEC 4‑0, maintaining a perfect record and leading Group C, while also preparing for a quarter‑final clash in the Baiano Sub‑20 competition that offers a spot in the 2027 Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior.

Scouts from major Série A clubs, including Corinthians, Fluminense, and Athletico Paranaense, attended the tournament to identify emerging talent. Representatives highlighted the event’s importance as a national scouting reference, with officials noting technical and physical qualities of standout players.

The tournament involved 456 teams from over 250 cities, with matches across multiple venues in Salvador, the metropolitan region, and Feira de Santana. Other notable results included Bahia drawing 0‑0 with Ceará, Santos defeating Goiás 2‑0, and Vitória beating the Bolivian selection 3‑0. Organized by the Bahia state sports authority, the competition continues to serve as a key platform for youth development and talent discovery in Brazilian football.