Rafael Gomes
# Rafael Gomes

Rafael Gomes dos Santos (born 12 July 1980, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil), sometimes known as just Gomes, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a defender for Bonsucesso Futebol Clube.

## Career

Gomes started his professional career in Brazil, playing for Vasco de Gama, Bragantino, Olaria and Atletico Mineiro. He later moved to Portugal to play for CD Santa Clara before moving to Colorado Rapids in 2008.

He made his Rapids debut as a substitute during a 2–0 loss to San Jose Earthquakes on April 19, 2008. In January 2010 Náutico have signed the centre-back from Goiás.

