CD Tondela is a Portuguese football club with a recent and memorable history in the top flight, having competed in the Primeira Liga. Based in the city of Tondela, the club's home is the Estádio João Cardoso, a modern stadium with a capacity of over 5,000. Founded in 1933, the club's iconic yellow and green colors are a familiar sight. CD Tondela's history was largely spent in the lower divisions until a remarkable rise in the 2010s. Their peak era arrived with promotion to the Primeira Liga in 2015, where they defied expectations for several seasons with gritty, survival-focused football, creating unforgettable moments like last-day escapes. The modern era saw the club relegated back to the Liga Portugal 2, where they now aim to rebuild and return. The fanbase, known as "Tondelenses," are renowned for their incredible vocal support and unwavering loyalty. CD Tondela's story is one of resilience and community spirit.