Former player Dedé pointed out that the Fluminense defender still deserves to have a place in the Brazilian National Team: ‘He has history and experience’
Brazilian champion (2013 and 2014) and Copa do Brasil champion (2017 and 2018) with Cruzeiro, former defender Dedé highlighted the performances of Thiago Silva, from Fluminense, in the Club World Cup and defended the player’s call-up to the Brazilian National Team.
Captain of Tricolor Carioca, the veteran 40-year-old defender is one of the highlights of the squad led by Renato Gaúcho in the intercontinental tournament. Thiago has been widely praised by the international press and is one of the pillars of the Brazilian team. In the tournament, Fluminense has only conceded two goals. In three of the four matches played, the team did not concede a goal.
On social media, Dedé highlighted that the number 3, despite his advanced age, has been playing well and pointed out that there is still room for him to wear the yellow jersey. “This isn’t the first time I’ve said this. I really wanted to hear your opinions. Thiago Silva, the way he’s playing there, has history and experience, he returned to Brazil and is still playing at the same level. From your point of view, do you think Thiago Silva is no longer a national team player because of his age? It’s clear what Thiago Silva does.
His leadership, positioning intelligence, strength, and quality are incredible,” he said. Fluminense eliminated Inter Milan 2-0 on Monday (6/30) in the United States in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. With that, the Rio de Janeiro team will face Al-Hilal in the quarterfinals on Friday (7/4).
