Thiago Silva
Brazilian footballer and defender
Born
September 22nd, 1984
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1984, a professional footballer plays as a central defender. Spent significant career at clubs like AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain. Achieved considerable success in club competitions, including multiple league titles and domestic cups. Represented the national team in various international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the Copa América. Renowned for defensive skills and leadership on the field.
Won Serie A with AC Milan in 2011
Secured multiple Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain
Captained Brazil in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
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