Spain and Manchester City legend David Silva retires at 37 due to serious knee injury
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain and Manchester City legend David Silva retires at 37 due to serious knee injury

Hindustan Times  

Spain great David Silva announced the end of his career on Thursday at age 37, one week after suffering a serious knee injury. He had been preparing for another UEFA Champions League campaign after helping Real Sociedad finish fourth in Spain's La Liga last season. Silva is in the elite group of Spain players that were on each title-winning squad from the 2008 European Championship, the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012. Silva also won four English Premier League titles in a decade with Manchester City, where there is a statue of him outside the stadium.

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Silva to leave Chelsea at the end of season, plans to return one day 'in another role'
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Silva to leave Chelsea at the end of season, plans to return one day 'in another role'

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Brazilian defender Thiago Silva will leave Chelsea at the end of the season after a "dream" four-year spell at Stamford Bridge. Silva was a popular figure among Chelsea fans after making an immediate impact in their 2020-21 Champions League-winning campaign, which climaxed with victory over Manchester City in the final in Porto. But the former AC Milan star suffered …

David Silva receives a guard of honour from Real Madrid AND Real Sociedad players... as the Man City and Spain legend is given a heroes welcome back at his former LaLiga club
7 months, 4 weeks ago

David Silva receives a guard of honour from Real Madrid AND Real Sociedad players... as the Man City and Spain legend is given a heroes welcome back at his former LaLiga club

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid and Real Sociedad gave Manchester City and Spain legend, David Silva, an emotional guard of honour on Friday evening. Real Madrid and Real Sociedad gave Manchester City and Spain legend, David Silva, an emotional guard of honour on Friday evening Silva was delighted as he was given a heroes return at the Reale Arena before the LaLiga clash …

Jordi Alba announces retirement from international football
1 year, 3 months ago

Jordi Alba announces retirement from international football

The Hindu  

Jordi Alba, a European Champion and a Nations League winner with Spain, announced his retirement from international football on Friday. “At 34 years old, Jordi Alba puts an end to this great international career. At the age of 22, he settled into a team established in victory after winning a European Championship and a World Cup, and soon became a …

David Silva retires: The ex-Man City star walks away from football as one of Spanish football's best ever players... and yet still hasn't received the credit he deserves
1 year, 4 months ago

David Silva retires: The ex-Man City star walks away from football as one of Spanish football's best ever players... and yet still hasn't received the credit he deserves

Daily Mail  

Current Sevilla coach Jose Mendilibar tells one of the best stories about David Silva, who retired this week aged 37. He played for Celta Vigo for one season and they were relegated when he left for Valencia Silva spent four campaigns at Valencia where he won a Spanish Cup but he left for Man City In 2012 Silva more than …

Spanish midfielder David Silva announces retirement after knee injury
1 year, 4 months ago

Spanish midfielder David Silva announces retirement after knee injury

The Hindu  

Former Spain international David Silva announced his retirement on Thursday, days after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season training with his club Real Sociedad. I will miss you very much.” One of his generation’s finest playmakers, Silva had trophy-laden spells in the Premier League, La Liga and the Spain national team. However, his most successful club spell came …

Spain and Manchester City great David Silva ends career at 37 because of serious knee injury
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain and Manchester City great David Silva ends career at 37 because of serious knee injury

Associated Press  

SAN SEBASTIAN, Spain — Spain great David Silva announced the end of his career Thursday at age 37, one week after suffering a serious knee injury. “It is time to say goodbye to what I have dedicated my whole life to.” He had been preparing for another Champions League campaign after helping Real Sociedad finish fourth in Spain’s La Liga …

Former Manchester City star David Silva announces his retirement after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season training with Real Sociedad
1 year, 4 months ago

Former Manchester City star David Silva announces his retirement after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season training with Real Sociedad

Daily Mail  

Former Manchester City star David Silva has announced his retirement from football at 37 after damaging his anterior cruciate ligament in pre-season training. David Silva has announced his retirement from football at 37 after picking up an ACL injury Silva won four Premier League titles during a glittering career with Manchester City Their tribute concluded: 'Everyone at Manchester City would …

Manchester City to immortalise David Silva's contribution by building statue at Etihad stadium
4 years, 4 months ago

Manchester City to immortalise David Silva's contribution by building statue at Etihad stadium

Firstpost  

Manchester: Manchester City will recognise David Silva’s 10-year career at the club by building a statue in honour of the Spanish playmaker at the Etihad Stadium. Silva, who is widely regarded as one of City’s greatest ever players, played his last game for the English team in the 3-1 loss to Lyon in the Champions League quarter-finals on Saturday. City …

Man City to honor David Silva with statue outside Etihad Stadium
4 years, 4 months ago

Man City to honor David Silva with statue outside Etihad Stadium

The Hindu  

Manchester City will recognize David Silva’s 10-year career at the club by building a statue in honor of the Spanish playmaker at the Etihad Stadium. Silva, who is widely regarded as one of City’s greatest ever players, played his last game for the English team in the 3-1 loss to Lyon in the Champions League quarterfinals on Saturday. "David Silva …

Manchester City to Honor David Silva with Statue Outside Etihad Stadium
4 years, 4 months ago

Manchester City to Honor David Silva with Statue Outside Etihad Stadium

News 18  

Manchester City will recognize David Silva’s 10-year career at the club by building a statue in honor of the Spanish playmaker at the Etihad Stadium. Silva, who is widely regarded as one of City’s greatest ever players, played his last game for the English team in the 3-1 loss to Lyon in the Champions League quarterfinals on Saturday. "David Silva …

David Silva, the Manchester City wizard who helped redefine English football
4 years, 4 months ago

David Silva, the Manchester City wizard who helped redefine English football

Firstpost  

Silva made 93 assists after his debut in the Premier League in August 2010, 29 more than any other player in that 10-year period. And my image of England from the outside, I thought, ‘Maybe he’s going to suffer.’” “Happily,” Guardiola added, “I was wrong.” Silva’s City story began long before Guardiola arrived at Etihad Stadium in 2016 and got …

Spanish World Cup Winner and Real Madrid Legend Iker Casillas Announces Retirement
4 years, 4 months ago

Spanish World Cup Winner and Real Madrid Legend Iker Casillas Announces Retirement

News 18  

Spanish goalkeeping legend Iker Casillas announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39 on Tuesday. Casillas had won the 2010 FIFA World Cup with Spain and lifted five La Liga titles and three Champions League trophies during his time at Real Madrid. "The best goalkeeper in the history of Real Madrid and Spanish football joined us at …

Kevin de Bruyne Wants to Give David Silva a Special Champions League Send-off
4 years, 4 months ago

Kevin de Bruyne Wants to Give David Silva a Special Champions League Send-off

News 18  

Kevin De Bruyne is hoping to crown David Silva's glorious 10 years at Manchester City by completing the Spaniard's set of medals with a Champions League win next month. Silva has won four Premier League titles among 11 major trophies since joining City in 2010, as well as the World Cup and two European Championships at international level with Spain. …

David Silva says Man City career beyond wildest dreams
4 years, 5 months ago

David Silva says Man City career beyond wildest dreams

The Hindu  

Manchester City's David Silva says his trophy-laden career with the Premier League club has exceeded his wildest dreams as he prepares for his final league game against Norwich City on Sunday. Silva has won 11 trophies in 10 seasons with Manchester City, including four Premier League titles, since arriving from Valencia in 2010. RELATED| “When I look back at everything, …

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