Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Footballer (Defender) |
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| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Date of Birth | 22/09/1984 |
| Age | 41 years |
| Birthplace | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
Latest News about Thiago Silva
18/07/2026
At age 41, Thiago Silva remains active in professional football and has not given up hope of playing for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, according to recent reports highlighting his continued ambition despite his veteran status.
18/07/2025
Veteran Brazilian defender Thiago Silva, aged 41, has signed with Portuguese league frontrunner Porto for the remainder of the 2025 season, with an option for an additional year. The deal was confirmed by Porto with no transfer fee incurred, marking Silva's return to the club where he previously played for their B team two decades earlier.
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Bio/Wiki
| Thiago Silva is a Brazilian central defender known for his commanding presence, leadership, and longevity at the top level of football. | |
| He earned the nickname 'O Monstro' (The Monster) at Fluminense for his defensive dominance. | |
| Silva is one of the most decorated Brazilian defenders, having won major titles in Italy, France, England, and Brazil. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'0" (183 cm) |
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| Weight | 172-174 lbs (78 kg) |
Personal Life
| Silva is married and has children, though specific names are not widely publicized in mainstream sources. |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Began career as midfielder before transitioning to defender at Juventude. | |
| 2. Hospitalized with near-fatal tuberculosis during Dynamo Moscow loan in 2004. | |
| 3. Earned the nickname "O Monstro" (The Monster) at Fluminense for his commanding defensive presence. | |
| 4. Was part of Porto's B team two decades before rejoining the senior squad in 2025. | |
| 5. Made 46 appearances for Fluminense in the 2024 season before opting to end his contract six months early. |