Bernardo Silva rewrites history for Portuguese players in the Premier League
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
The 32nd round Premier League fixture against London’s Chelsea is set to be a landmark occasion for Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva.
Details: By stepping onto the pitch at Stamford Bridge, the Portuguese maestro made his 297th appearance in the English top flight. According to Squawka, this remarkable feat officially makes him the all-time record holder for most Premier League appearances by a Portuguese player, surpassing the tallies of many legendary compatriots.
Bernardo Silva, a mainstay in Pep Guardiola’s system, has shown extraordinary consistency over the years. This season alone, the Portuguese international has already featured in 44 matches across all competitions for Manchester City, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists.
Reminder: Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes have plummeted after their defeat to Bournemouth.
