Thiago Silva Pays Tribute to Marquinhos: Most Capped Player in PSG History

Wednesday evening against FC Barcelona (2-3), Marquinhos became the most capped player in the history of PSG with 436 appearances in the Red and Blue colors. A major figure in the recent history of the Parisian club, and above all a great friend of the central defender, Thiago Silva wanted to deliver a beautiful message to his Brazilian compatriot.

Marquinhos in history. Arrived at PSG in 2013 from l’AS Romethe now 29-year-old defender has exceeded Jean-Marc Pilorget. After equaling the latter in terms of matches played within the Parisian club last Saturday against Clermontthe Brazilian overtook the champion of France 1986 playing against FC Barcelona Wednesday evening in the Champions League.

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Marquinhos took over at PSG

Captain of PSG since 2020, Marquinhos took over the torch from a certain Thiago Silva. Club legend, the central defender had joined Chelsea after eight years in the capital. Accomplices on the ground, Marquinhos et Thiago Silva were also in everyday life. The current number 4 of PSGwho has repeatedly stated that he is considering ending his career with the French club, received a beautiful message from his former teammate and mentor both at PSGbut also in the Brazilian selection.

“I know how hard you fought.”

This Sunday, Thiago Silva spoke about the record broken by Marquinhos. At the Téléfoot microphone, the former PSG captain explained how his teammate had fought hard to get there. “My brother, I am here to congratulate you on this grandiose record that you have just broken. I know how much you fought, how much you struggled, how many sacrifices you made. I am super happy to have been part of this trajectory,” said Thiago Silvastill active on the side of Chelsea.