Cavalry FC signs Calgary-raised forward Caniggia Elva to 2025 roster

Calgary Cavalry FC practice on Oct. 29, 2024.

Caniggia Elva calls joining Cavalry FC’s 2025 roster “coming home.”

According to a release issued on Monday, the 28-year-old forward will join the roster “ahead of the club’s two-legged Concacaf Champions Cup test against Pumas UNAM starting on Thursday.”

Elva, who grew up in Calgary and once played for local club South West United, expressed his delight at the move:

“Signing with Cavalry isn’t just a new chapter for me; it’s coming home,” Elva said.

“I’m happy to be here and to help the club grow and can’t wait to play in front of such an incredible fanbase.”

Elva represents his country of birth, St. Lucia, at the international level and has spent more than a decade playing in Germany for several teams.

Cavalry likewise had excitement to share over the signing:

“Caniggia is an intelligent, creative attacker with a great personality that will add another dimension to our attacking options,” said Tommy Wheeldon Jr., head coach and GM.

“I am certain he will become another fan favourite as the season progresses.”