Chelsea centre-back Thiago Silva put in another commanding performance at the back during the 3-1 win over Leeds at Stamford Bridge last night.
The Brazilian captained the side in the absence of Cesar Azpilicueta and Jorginho, and his leadership was again on display as he helped marshal the backline against a challenging opponent.
Although other Chelsea players stole the headlines, supporters on Twitter continue to be impressed by what Silva brings to the table:
Had a blinding game. But we need someone that can fill his boots when he doesnt play!
— Chewing Toons (@ChewingToons) December 6, 2020
Sb shld do some DNA test on this guy to determine if it is the same to us humans???
— ERUOTI? (@KingSawyerVII) December 6, 2020
Thaigo Silva makes football looks so easy. What a player man, always calm and composed.
— Dwain #CFC??? (@chuqu_dwain) December 6, 2020
He was dribbling like hazard in the defence
— yasin sheble (@YasinSheble) December 6, 2020
BEST CENTRE BACK IN THE WORLD pic.twitter.com/68jZn5Ore8
— ? (@BillyGilmourSZN) December 6, 2020
Don't forget he played the last 5 minutes with one leg.
— Nomad (@GermannElegance) December 6, 2020
This guy is incredible for someone his age wow
— LoveLover???? (@AMhenarh) December 6, 2020
This guy is a beast?
— jujuman?? (@ThobaniMpungos2) December 6, 2020
He is exceptional. He has brought out the beast of team most especially Reece james
— chiukwujioke (@chiukwujioke) December 6, 2020
The centre-half’s form is remarkable, considering he is having to adapt to a new league at the age of 36. He doesn’t look phased whatsoever and even when he picked up an injury in the closing stages of the game, he continued to make clearances and blocks.
Some credit must go to manager Frank Lampard and his medical staff who have been keeping Silva fresh by resting him regularly despite the packed fixture schedule.