António Silva

Overview

António João Pereira de Albuquerque Tavares da Silva (European Portuguese pronunciation: [ɐ̃ˈtɔni.u ˈsilvɐ, ɐ̃ˈtɔnju -]; born 30 October 2003) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Primeira Liga club Benfica and the Portugal national team. Coming through Benfica's youth system, Silva impressed during his time with the reserve side, winning the UEFA Youth League in 2021–22, being instrumental part of Benfica's first European trophy in 60 years. He was subsequently promoted to the first-team, making his professional debut at age 18, where he helped Benfica win the league title in his first season with them. Silva is a former Portugal youth international, representing his country at various levels. He made his senior international debut in 2022, being part of the squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2024.