Bernardo Silva has long been a crucial player for Manchester City, carving out a legacy of excellence. Silva’s time under Pep Guardiola has been nothing short of prolific; with 367 appearances, no one has played more for the Catalan manager.
Joining City in 2017, the Portuguese star has stacked up trophies and shared the field with some of football’s finest. His latest outing saw him play a full 90 minutes in City’s narrow 1-0 win over Southampton, a game he admitted was a challenge. Reflecting on the match, Silva not only acknowledged Southampton’s resilience but also couldn’t help but heap praise on a special teammate who helped seal the victory.
Bernardo Silva on Haaland: “He’s hungry to score more”
In a post-match chat with BBC Sport, Silva was quick to highlight the impact of Erling Haaland, whose clinical goal proved decisive. Silva couldn’t hold back his admiration for the Norwegian, stating: “We have the big guy up front, so these types of crosses, these actions inside the box—that’s his main quality. He’s there, he’s hungry to score more and more.”
Reflecting on Haaland’s game-winning presence, Silva added, “Today he helped us win the game, and we are very happy to have him in our team, as you can imagine.”
What others are saying about Haaland’s form
Despite Haaland’s quiet streak in recent Premier League games, he scored twice in a Champions League clash with Sparta Prague, helping City secure a 5-0 win. Former Premier League star Gabby Agbonlahor noted the striker’s resurgence, saying: “He’s just a different breed, isn’t he, Haaland. Best striker in the world for me.”
Agbonlahor also acknowledged Haaland’s challenges off the pitch, sharing, “He’s had the death of a family friend [which] definitely affected him, but he was back to his best last night, and that goal—wow.”
Against Southampton, the 24-year-old touched the ball just 21 times, but he made them count, firing off four shots with three on target. His fifth-minute goal ultimately secured the three points for City, raising his tally to 11 goals in nine league appearances.
With performances like these, it’s no wonder Silva cherishes Haaland’s role on the team. The “big guy up front” continues to demonstrate why he’s more than just a goal-scorer—he’s a game-changer.
