2017

Statement from San Jose Earthquakes Regarding Matheus Silva

Matheus Silva - smile - 2017

SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes released the following statement regarding 20-year-old midfielder Matheus Silva, who is currently on loan with the Earthquakes’ United Soccer League affiliate Reno 1868 FC


Matheus Silva had to be pulled out of the water while swimming in Lake Tahoe. After receiving life-saving resuscitation measures at the scene, he was transferred to a nearby hospital in Lake Tahoe and then airlifted to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno. He is currently in critical condition. Our thoughts and prayers are with Matheus and his family and friends.