Eliel (footballer, born 2003)
Eliel Chrystian Pereira Silva, simply known as Eliel, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for Paysandu, on loan from Cuiabá.
Career
Born in Brasilândia de Minas, Minas Gerais, Eliel joined Ponte Preta's youth setup in 2018, from local side AE Rubro Negro. He made his first team debut on 20 July 2022; after coming on as a substitute for Da Silva, he scored the winner in a 1–0 Série B home win over Náutico.On 26 August 2022, Eliel renewed his contract with Ponte until January 2025. After starting the 2023 season as a backup to Jeh, he became a starter under head coach Pintado.