Sandro Manuel Ashley Galego Da Costa (born 14 December 2003) is an Irish footballer who plays as a forward for Hyde United on loan from club Salford City.
Career Da Costa started his career with FC United of Manchester, graduating through the academy, joining the first-team ahead of the 2022–23 season. He spent time on dual-registration with Darwen and Longridge Town.
In July 2023, Da Costa signed for League Two club Salford City on an initial one-year deal, joining the club's B team. On 10 October 2023, he made his debut for the club as a substitute in a 3–1 EFL Trophy defeat to Stockport County. Two months later, he made his league debut for the club from the bench as his side lost 3–0 at home to Grimsby Town.
In October 2024, Da Costa joined Northern Premier League Premier Division side Warrington Rylands on a one-month loan deal. In January 2025, he joined Bamber Bridge on a one-month loan. On 27 March, he joined Hyde United on loan for the remainder of the season.
On 12 May 2025, Salford announced he would be released in June when his contract expires.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsFC United of Manchester2022–23NPL Premier Division6000—0060Salford City2023–24League Two2000002040Career total80000020100
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