After Bernardo Silva shined in Manchester City’s derby victory over United, Pep Guardiola showered the Portuguese player with compliments.
- Guardiola complimented Silva
- The player’s simplicity off the pitch was praised.
- Haaland’s second goal was assisted by Silva.
WHAT HAPPENED? During Sunday’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford, Bernardo Silva was in outstanding form. He assisted Erling Haaland for the team’s second goal. Following the game, City manager Pep Guardiola was all over the Portuguese international, complimenting him on his intelligence, adaptability, and laid-back way of living off the field.
WHAT THEY SAID: Guardiola told reporters, “He’s a typical automobile who doesn’t have any tattoos or earrings. fantastic talent on our team. Loves to play at Old Trafford; he has never had a subpar game there. He is incredibly smart and well-liked by all, and he is capable of portraying False 9. Among the greatest athletes I have ever seen. He’s among the greatest because of his passion, wit, and overall goodness.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Silva gave the Norwegian goal machine his fifth assist of the game versus United overall in the second half, which is the most of any player since 2017.
WHAT NEXT? On Saturday, the defending Premier League champions will play Bournemouth.