Bernardo Silva

Portuguese footballer, Manchester City player

Bernardo Silva - Portuguese footballer, Manchester City player
Born

August 10th, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Portugal

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This individual is a professional footballer who primarily plays as a midfielder. Born in Portugal, early career included time at Benfica, where significant development occurred. A move to Manchester City in 2017 led to a successful period, contributing to the team's achievements in various competitions. This player has participated in multiple UEFA Champions League tournaments, becoming a key figure in the squad. Representing the national team, participation in major tournaments such as the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup marked an important aspect of the international career.

Winning multiple Premier League titles with Manchester City

Contributing to Manchester City's success in the 2023 UEFA Champions League

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