Cape Verdean association football player
Iuri António Teixeira Tavares (born 8 March 2001) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for Major League Soccer club Charlotte FC. Born in Portugal, he plays for the Cape Verde national team.[2]
Club career
Tavares made his professional debut for Vitória Guimarães on 21 November 2021 in a 3–2 Taça de Portugal defeat against Moreirense.[3] He joined Estoril in August 2022.[4]
On 31 January 2023, Tavares signed with MLS Next Pro side Crown Legacy FC, the second team for Major League Soccer's Charlotte FC.[5] On 20 February 2024, Tavares signed with Charlotte FC's first team for the 2024 season.[6]
International career
In March 2022, Tavares received his first call-up to Cape Verde national team for friendly matches against Guadeloupe, Liechtenstein and San Marino.[7]
Career statistics
International
- As of match played 28 March 2022[2]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team |
Year |
Apps |
Goals
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Cape Verde
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2022 |
1 |
0
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Total |
1 |
0
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References
External links
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- Head coach: Smith
- Associate head coach: Joseph
- Assistant coach: Fuchs
- Goalkeeper coach: Hyde
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