During his stay at the Rio club, the player played 218 matches, becoming the sixth goalkeeper with the most games in Botafogo’s history.
The made an announcement that took Botafogo fans by surprise by confirming the signing of the goalkeeper in the transition between December 24th and 25th. The player, who had been at the Rio club for eight years, had a strong connection with the fans, but his contract was ending, which made it easier for him to leave without the need for negotiations with Botafogo. Gatito Fernandez returns to Cerro Porteño, where he has had two previous spells and should resume his starting position.
In addition to his experience at the Paraguayan club, he is the goalkeeper for the Paraguay national team, which is looking for a place in the 2026 World Cup. His return to Cerro represents a return to his origins for the athlete. Gatito’s career in football includes a spell on loan in Argentina between 2010 and 2011, before returning to Cerro in 2012. In 2014, he moved to Brazil, where he played for clubs such as Vitória and Figueirense, until arriving at Botafogo.
During his stay at the Rio club, he played 218 matches, becoming the sixth goalkeeper with the most games in Botafogo’s history. Gatito’s departure was felt by Botafogo fans, who expressed their discontent on social media. The goalkeeper participated in remarkable moments in the club’s history, including winning the Campeonato Carioca in 2018 and Série B in 2021, solidifying his importance in the team.
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Published by Matheus Oliveira
