Éderson began to stand out for football in a project in the Tiradentes neighborhood Anxiety took over Bairro Tiradentes, in Campo Grande, this Saturday (13), hours before the Brazilian team's debut in the 2026 World Cup against Morocco. Even starting the match on the bench, the midfielder from Mato Grosso do Sul Éderson continues to be the main reason for the mobilization of family, friends and neighbors, who gathered to follow the game and cheer for the athlete's opportunity on the field. At the player's grandmother's house, the movement started in the afternoon. The family opened its doors to welcome residents of the region, who responded to the invitation made via social media by the athlete's mother, Edilene dos Santos. ✅ Click here to follow the g1 MS channel on WhatsApp According to her, Éderson's call-up brought a different atmosphere to the Brazilian fans in Campo Grande. "After his call-up, it seems like he gave the team a boost. We're waiting for cousins, neighbors, friends and family. Everyone wants to be here to watch the game together," he said. Although the midfielder does not appear among the starters, the expectation of seeing him enter during the match remains high. For the family, just being among those called up for a World Cup represents a dream come true. "He's very happy, very focused. It's a dream come true to be with the main team. We continue to hope that he has an opportunity in the game," said his mother. Painted street and organized fans Residents gathered to make paintings in honor of Brazil and the Campo Grande player. Isabelly Melo, TV Morena The World Cup atmosphere also took over the streets of the neighborhood. Residents gathered to make paintings in honor of Brazil and the Campo Grande player. Among the drawings are references to the World Cup and messages of support for the National Team. Éderson's younger sister, Luísa Victoria dos Santos Cruz, aged 9, participated in the decoration and did not hide her excitement. "It was rushed and the rain got in the way a little, but everything went well. My heart is racing. I think Brazil will win," he said. In addition to the paintings, one of the shirts worn by the family summarizes the community's feeling: "From Campo Grande-MS to the world". Pride for Mato Grosso do Sul Family, friends and neighbors gather to watch the game Isabelly Melo, TV Morena Called up by coach Carlo Ancelotti after leaving his vacation to introduce himself to the national team, Éderson became one of Mato Grosso do Sul's representatives in the biggest tournament in world football. Even among the reserves in the debut, the midfielder's presence in the World Cup is already a reason for celebration for those who have followed his career since the fields of Bairro Tiradentes. While the ball isn't rolling, the expectation is twofold: for Brazil's first victory in the World Cup and for the chance to see the Campo Grande player come off the bench and take the field against Morocco. When will the Brazil games be? Check out when Brazil plays below: Brazil x Morocco — 1st round: June 13 (Saturday), at 7pm Brasília (6pm local time), at the MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey-New York/United States. Brazil x Haiti — 2nd round: June 19 (Friday), at 9:30 pm Brasília (8:30 pm local time), at the Lincoln Financial Field Stadium, in Philadelphia/United States. Scotland x Brazil — 3rd round: June 24th (Wednesday), at 7pm Brasília (6pm local time), at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami/United States. If they finish the group stage at the top of the group, Brazil will face the second place in Group F in the round of 16, formed by the Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia and Sweden. Furthermore, the first position guarantees that the Brazilian team will remain in the United States throughout the World Cup. Watch videos from Mato Grosso do Sul: