Mahatma Gandhi (footballer)

Mahatma Gandhi Heberpio Mattos Pires (born 18 February 1992), simply known as Mahatma Gandhi or just Mahatma, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Iporá on loan from Atlético Clube Goianiense.

Club career
Named after Mahatma Gandhi, Gandhi joined Atlético Clube Goianiense. His debut season in the Serie A came in 2011, but he spent most of his time on the bench. He made seven Serie A appearances in 2012. In 2013, he played four matches for Serie B, but did not get a chance to play in 2014. He was part of the 2014 Campeonato Goiano winning team, where he made five appearances in the state league.