Stopping Dortmund, Silva surprised the world

At the age of 40, Thiago Silva is still playing like a top warrior, contributing greatly to helping his team keep a clean sheet against Borussia Dortmund with a classy defensive performance that made the whole world take their hats off.

Thiago Silva shows his class, even at 40 years old.

When the final whistle blew, Borussia Dortmund left MetLife Stadium with a sobering result: no goals. But the most talked about thing after the match at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ on June 18 was not the German team's attack, but the heart of Fluminense's defense - where Thiago Silva, at 40 years old, put on a world-class performance that took the world by surprise.

At an age when most players retire or seek out less demanding leagues, Thiago Silva still plays the full 90 minutes with astonishing form. Not only is he the oldest player on the pitch, he is also an excellent defender.

Statistics don't lie: 90 minutes of absolute concentration; Clean sheet against Dortmund's fast and technical attack; 9 successful duels - the most in the match; 7 clearances, 3 interceptions of dangerous passes; Not being passed by even once; 8/10 successful aerial duels

Without being flashy or flashy, Thiago Silva plays like a perfect work of defensive art: reading situations early, choosing precise positions, never rushing, and most importantly always being in the right place at the right time. At 40, when reflexes and speed are often the first things to be taken away by time, Silva still maintains his composure like a giant in the storm of modern football speed.

At 40, Thiago Silva is more than just a veteran centre-back. He is a living legend.

What fans admire most is his unwavering commitment to his own standards. Despite experiencing all the glory - from the Brazilian national team to top European clubs - Thiago Silva has never lost his desire to fight and his desire to contribute.

The reaction from fans on social media also showed the stature of this performance: “He doesn't age, he evolves”, “At 40, Silva is still a leader – not only in defence, but also in spirit”, “One of the best individual performances of the season”.

In an era where football is increasingly reliant on youth, speed and technology, Thiago Silva is a living symbol of the core value: class is forever. And if anyone doubts that age is a barrier, just look at the number 6 on the pitch - a man who turns every criticism into a standing ovation.

At 40, Thiago Silva is more than just a veteran centre-back. He is a living legend.

Source: https://znews.vn/chan-dung-dortmund-silva-khien-ca-the-gioi-ngo-ngang-post1561714.html