Andre Horta

André Filipe Luz Horta (born 7 November 1996) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays for S.C. Braga as a midfielder. Club career Vitória Setúbal Born in Almada, Setúbal District, Horta spent eight years in S.L. Benfica's youth system, joining local Vitória F.C. at the age of 15. In late 2014, whilst still a junior, he was promoted to the first team by manager Domingos Paciência. On 12 December 2014, Horta made his first-team and Primeira Liga debut, playing the second 45 minutes of a 0–1 home loss against Boavista FC. He finished his first full season with 32 games – 21 starts – and two goals, helping his team narrowly avoid relegation. Benfica On 1 June 2016, Horta signed a five-year contract with defending champions Benfica. He made his competitive debut on 7 August, playing the full 90 minutes in a 3–0 success over S.C. Braga for the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira. Six days later on his league debut, he scored his only goal of 14 appearances that season, concluding a 2–0 win at C.D. Tondela. On 30 August 2017, Horta joined Braga on a season-long loan deal. Personal life Horta's older brother, Ricardo, is also a footballer. They played together at Vitória de Setúbal and Braga.