DAVID SILVA NEWS

Starting against Sevilla Silva (thigh) made the starting lineup for Wednesday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Silva returns to the lineup after missing four straight games but spending Sunday's draw with Valencia on the bench. Both he and Takefusa Kubo return to the team following different injury-related absences to bolster a team with lots of attacking depth but lots of injuries as well.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In training before Sevilla trip Silva (thigh) trained Sunday and Monday ahead of Wednesday's match at Sevilla, according to manager Imanol Alguacil.

Impact Silva hasn't played in four games but was on the bench for Sunday's draw with Valencia. Given his age and the need to prevent further muscular issues, Silva still may not start in Wednesday's game, leaving Brais Mendez as a likely option for the attacking part of the midfield.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Silva has suffered an injury to his right thigh, his club announced Monday.

Impact Silva might be out for the final five matches until the World Cup break with a muscular injury. He had started in 13 of his 14 league and UEL appearances, a far better record than he had contributed in his first two seasons with La Real. There are a variety of possible replacements for Silva in the starting lineup with Asier Illarramendi and Robert Navarro offering more potential than most.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Silva created two chances from two crosses (one accurate) during 65 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Silva has created eight chances over his last four starts across league and UEL matches, recording one assist. While a guaranteed starter most weeks, Silva's age prevents him from playing as intense a role as Brais Mendez or Mikel Merino, two dynamic midfielders far more involved in the attack over the last month than Silva.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Silva made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Silva had left Thursday's UEL match with a foot issue but it wasn't enough to prevent him from starting against the Yellow Submarine. He's scored once from four shots in his last three starts.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in UEL match Silva scored and left after 69 minutes with a foot issue from Thursday's win over Sheriff, according to AS.

Impact Silva might be in doubt for Sunday's match against Villarreal after a good performance to keep his side in good form during their midweek contests. Should he miss out, Carlos Fernandez could continue to increase his impact and Brais Mendez will help fill the gap with his electric form (five goals, one assist in last eight matches).

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

David Silva guilty of hurting woman during brawl in Spain

A Spanish court has found former Manchester City midfielder David Silva guilty of hurting a woman during a brawl

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Ronaldo, Villarreal play outside Champions League

Cristiano Ronaldo is missing the Champions League for the first time in 20 years

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man United gets Europa League group with Silva's Sociedad

Manchester United will start another season in the Europa League in a group with Real Sociedad, Sheriff and Omonoia

AUGUST 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quiet in loss Silva put one shot on goal and created one chance during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Silva has started in the first two games of the season, putting all four shots he's taken on target. One can only hope this eventually leads to some goals, as he otherwise doesn't do enough to hold tremendous fantasy value due to Takefusa Kubo taking more set pieces.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Overcomes issue Silva (lower body) trained without issue during Wednesday's session, according to Benat Barreto of Diario Vasco.

Impact Silva was limited in training yesterday but he's already back and getting up to speed for the season. With Takefusa Kubo now at the club, Silva's minutes will remain limited but his backup has improved in quality.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Silva is dealing with a lower-body injury that has limited his participation in training, according to Benat Barreto of Diario Vasco.

Impact Silva should be fine for the Aug. 14 opener against Cadiz but it's still noteworthy when a big name isn't at his best. He scored two goals and provided four assists in 25 league appearances (22 starts) last season and projects as a more average player at this point in his career.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for finale Silva didn't play in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Silva hasn't made the biggest statistical impact since joining La Real but three assists and one goal in his last five matches were an excellent boost to a collectively poor attacking season. Another year in Europe is ahead, so Silva will get plenty of chances to show off his talents if he stays fit.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in win Silva created two chances from five crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Silva and his teammates have had a nice end to the campaign after a low-scoring year, as he's scored one, assisted on another and created 15 chances in the last three matches. He'll finish the season against Atletico Madrid, which have conceded 42 goals in 37 matches this season.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Man City unveils statue honoring record-scorer Aguero

Manchester City has unveiled a statue of Sergio Aguero on the 10th anniversary of the retired striker's dramatic stoppage-time goal that clinched the club’s first Premier League ti...

MAY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs assist in win Silva logged one assist from five chances created and conceded a yellow card during Thursday's 3-0 win over Cadiz.

Impact Silva turned on the jets late into the season as he now has three assists and one goal in his last four matches. With 21 chances created in that time, it looks like he's finally producing the numbers he's expected to even this late in his career. He'll next travel to Villarreal, which are tied for the fourth-fewest goals conceded in La Liga.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Silva scored one goal from three shots (one on goal) and created eight chances on five crosses (three accurate) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Levante.

Impact Silva equalized the contest on the back of a strong performance but a late penalty call spoiled the result. This game marked Silva's first time playing after a two-match absence, and it was good to see him play the full 90 as well. Up next is a visit from Cadiz, which have conceded the fifth-most chances to midfielders in the league.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Sociedad Silva has signed a one-year contract extension with Real Sociedad, the club announced Friday.

Impact Silva has three goals and eight assists in 43 La Liga appearances (36 starts) in these last two seasons since transferring from Manchester City, and the 36-year-old has just signed on for the 2022/23 campaign as well.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Betis Silva was shown a red card in the 93rd minute of Friday's 0-0 draw against Real Betis, following a foul on Nabil Fekir for his second booking of the match. He created five chances...

Impact Silva was very dangerous with his passing on Friday, but he wasn't able to find a breakthrough goal and now he'll be suspended for Thursday's clash against Barcelona. Rafinha or Adnan Januzaj could slide up into attacking midfield to replace him for the game.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace of assists in win Silva took a shot and assisted two goals in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Elche. He also made a block, a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Silva assisted his first goals since August on Sunday, a pair of headers by Alexander Sorloth and Robin Le Normand as his side came from behind to defeat Elche. The 36-year-old has become a bit of a peripheral figure this season with just four direct goal involvements in 21 La Liga appearances, but he still has the quality to make a difference in any game he features in, as he proved on Sunday.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in win Silva created two chances from four crosses (one accurate) during Monday's 1-0 win over Espanyol.

Impact Silva gave his side more composure in the midfield but has still created just two chances in his last three league appearances. If Alexander Isak can continue to play well with Mikel Oyarzabal (knee) out long-term, then Silva's value could increase by supporting an improving attack.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Mallorca Silva scored a goal and created a chance in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Mallorca. He also made a clearance and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Silva finally scored his first goal of the season, opening up the scoring Wednesday off a through ball from Mikel Merino. The 36-year-old has started in 15 of Sociedad's 26 La Liga matches, but somehow this was his first direct goal involvement since August. On Saturday is a big clash against league leaders Real Madrid.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in draw Silva played for 17 minutes of Sunday's scoreless draw with Valencia.

Impact Silva didn't get much time against one of his former clubs, but his form hasn't demanded a bigger role in the side. With goals hard to find and Silva still in search of further fitness, he could push for a bigger role against a Granada that's lost three straight matches.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Silva (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Silva makes an immediate return to the XI Saturday after missing the last four matches with a leg injury. He's a welcome boost to the side, though he's made the score-sheet just once this season, assisting in 10 league starts.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with leg injury Silva has suffered a leg injury and will miss Sunday's clash against Espanyol, according to El Diario Vasco.

Impact Silva has started in each of Sociedad's last eight games in La Liga and the Europa League, but he is out Sunday with a leg injury. Ander Guevara could fill in for him in central midfield, though there is no timetable on Silva's return at the moment.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE