Thiago Silva played his last match for Chelsea and had an emotional farewell.
The Blues’ 2-1 victory over Bournemouth in round 38 of the 2023/24 Premier League was Thiago Silva’s last match as a Chelsea player.
By winning 3 points in the recent match, Chelsea has consolidated 7th place on the rankings, and they will return to the European Cup next season. After the match, Chelsea players lined up in two rows to welcome the arrival of Silva’s wife and children, which made him emotional.
Chelsea’s players and coaching staff pay tribute to Thiago Silva (Photo/source: Getty).
Silva showed off his English skills by holding the microphone to speak live to the crowd. This is also the first time this defender spoke English in front of all Chelsea fans.
“I want to thank all of you, but especially you two. Marina Granovskaia and Frank Lampard. Really thank you.”
“I want to thank all the players, staff, club, and you, the fans. Thank you for all the support and memories we have created together over four wonderful years. This is great.”
Thiago Silva was emotional at the farewell ceremony for Chelsea (photo/source: Getty).
Continuing the farewell session, the Brazilian midfielder stated his wish to see his children play for Chelsea.
“My dream is to one day see my children play football here. I love you so much, and I will miss you so much. Goodbye…”
According to British media, Thiago Silva will join his hometown team Fluminense on a 2-year contract and will then end his playing career.
Thiago Silva played 152 matches and won 3 titles in 4 years with Chelsea, including the Champions League championship in the 2020/2021 season.
Thiago Silva played his last match for Chelsea, The 39-year-old Brazilian midfielder will return to his homeland to join Fluminense and the match against Bournemouth is a farewell to Blues fans before leaving for the Brazilian National Championship.
Thiago Silva left Chelsea to return to Brazil
“I’m not a superhero, but in those moments when the fans chant my name, I feel like a superhero. Regardless of whether I’m tired or feeling a little bored during the match, right away When I heard those chants, I really didn’t know how to explain it. It was amazing and made me feel like I could save the team, like nothing bad was about to happen That’s the match.”
Thiago Silva’s appearance initially only happened for one season to supplement Chelsea’s defense, but in the end, it took four years for the midfielder to feel special. “In this sense, Chelsea is special. That’s why, even though I’ve been here for four years, it feels like a lifetime. Not bad for someone who’s only been here for one season!”
At the end of the match, the Brazilian player shed tears before leaving the field. “That’s why it’s so hard to say goodbye. I knew it was coming, of course, but that feeling doesn’t change. You think about everything that’s happened and the experiences you’ve had. I’m sad as it is coming to an end but I am satisfied with everything we have achieved together at this great club”, Silva concluded.