'Old Warrior' Thiago Silva and the masterpiece that shook Brazil's Serie A

Thiago Silva netted a beautiful goal during injury time, helping Fluminense defeat Juventude 1-0 in Serie A Brazil, affirming his elite status at the age of 41.

On the morning of October 17 (Vietnam time), veteran defender Thiago Silva amazed fans with a spectacular volley in the 98th minute, delivering a 1-0 win for Fluminense against Juventude in Brazil's Serie A. This goal not only earned the Rio de Janeiro club all three points but also demonstrated the 41-year-old star's incredible sustained top form.

The match at Maracanã stadium saw a stalemate lasting nearly the entire 90 minutes. Although Fluminense controlled the game, they struggled to break through the opponent’s defense. However, in the 8th minute of added time, Silva — with the experience and composure of a leader — unleashed a magnificent strike that sent the stadium into an eruption of joy.

Thiago Silva, who won the 2021 Champions League with Chelsea, shone in his hometown club’s jersey after leaving Europe last year. Previously, he spent four years at Chelsea, appearing in 155 matches and scoring 9 goals, while also winning the UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup. Currently, Silva captains Fluminense and continues to be an indispensable leader.

After the match, the player nicknamed "The Beast" shared: "When I decided to return to Fluminense, my goal was to help the team both on and off the pitch, not necessarily to score goals. But today was a very special day."

Fluminense’s social media expressed their excitement, writing: “Fluminense fought until the very last minute! And that’s exactly how it should be, captain! Thiago Silva’s masterpiece!!!”

Before returning home, Thiago Silva played for AC Milan and PSG, where he won a total of 23 titles, including 7 Ligue 1 championships. At 41, he still shows a strong desire to contribute and a deep passion for football, proving the caliber of a living legend.

Will Thiago Silva continue to write his miraculous story with Fluminense in the final stage of his career and fulfill his burning desire to return to Brazil’s national team?