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Published on 2024-03-22 11:00:00
Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva showcased his talents for Portugal in a friendly match against Sweden, demonstrating why he is highly regarded by both his national team and his club manager, Pep Guardiola. Silva completed 43 of 47 passes with a high accuracy rate of 91% and made three key passes, contributing to his team’s 5-2 victory. His performance also included providing an assist for a goal and defensive contributions with a tackle and an interception.
Silva’s solid showing earned him a match rating of 7.3/10 from SofaScore, reinforcing Guardiola’s praise of him as one of the best players he has ever coached. As City prepares to face Arsenal in a crucial Premier League clash after the international break, Silva’s form will be vital for securing a win against a strong opponent. With both teams vying for the league title, Silva’s impact on the game could be a deciding factor in City’s success.
As City’s key midfielder, Silva’s ability to excel in both attacking and defensive aspects of the game was on display in the Portugal match, highlighting his versatility and importance to the team. Guardiola’s admiration for Silva’s talent was evident in his post-match comments, underscoring the midfielder’s value to City as they aim for success in the Premier League and other competitions this season.
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