CD Tondela

Portuguese club from the Viseu district, known for its solid foundation and participations in the top flight.

History

Founded in 1923, CD Tondela is a modest club that gained national prominence by achieving promotion to the Portuguese top flight in the 2010s, surprising Portugal's football landscape. Despite the small size of the city, the club remained competitive for several seasons in the Portuguese elite, valuing youth development and sustainable management. João Cardoso Stadium is the team's home, known for the proximity between fans and players, typical of clubs from Portugal's interior.