Today, November 20, 2024, O Elvas Clube Alentejano de Desportos, Futebol SAD, bids farewell to one of its players, left-back Carlos Gabriel Gonçalves Cardoso, affectionately known as Gabriel Fontes. Yesterday, Gabriel took part in his final training session with the team, using the opportunity to say goodbye to his teammates and the club’s staff.
Gabriel Fontes joined O Elvas in the 2023/24 season after a successful stint with Maranhão, where he won the Campeonato Maranhense. During his triumphant campaign in Brazil, he played 31 matches and scored 4 goals, standing out for his versatility and dedication on the pitch.
In his time with O Elvas, Gabriel made 7 official appearances and provided one assist before unfortunately suffering an injury that sidelined him for the rest of the season. Despite this setback, he left a lasting impression, not just through his technical abilities but also through his professionalism, commitment, and passion for wearing the Cavaliers’ crest.
Born in São Luís, Maranhão, and only 24 years old, Gabriel Fontes now sets off in search of his next adventure in football, with his destination still unknown. O Elvas CAD is deeply grateful for his contributions and wishes him every success in his future endeavors.
“Thank you, Gabriel, for everything you gave to the club. You will always be a Blue & Gold Knight. Your dedication and love for O Elvas will be remembered fondly.
Best of luck on your next journey!”
The club will continue to follow Gabriel’s career with pride, confident that he will carry forward the fighting spirit and passion that defined him both as a player and as a person. This is not goodbye but rather a see-you-later.
Thank you, Gabriel Fontes. Elvas will always be with you.