Born in San-Caetano-du-Sul (Brazil).
A trainee of San-Caetano (Brazil). He started his professional career in Gremio (Brazil) in 2009. Mario held one match for Brazilian national team. President Vladimir Putin in 2016 satisfied an appeal of Fernandes on conferment of Russian citizenship.
First coach: Marcos de Lima Romeo.
Quote: «I’m happy and proud to become a Russian. Russia has become a real home for me since 2012 when I transferred to PFC CSKA and it was my natural desire to obtain Russian citizenship and have an opportunity to perform for the National team of Russia. I will do my best to be useful for the club and the country».
Interesting facts: Mario’s brother - Joе Fernandes is a forward of San-Caetano. Mario played futsal up to 16 years old.
