Bernard reaches 100th win and cements his place in Galo history | OneFootball

Atlético’s victory over Palmeiras in the Brazilian Championship meant more than just three important points in the competition. In addition to an impressive result against the Série A leaders, the match marked a special chapter in Bernard’s journey wearing the black-and-white shirt.

At 33, the midfielder reached the milestone of 100 wins for Galo. The victory at Nubank Parque was his 100th in 211 matches played for the club, further cementing the story of a player who built a rare bond of identification with the Massa Atleticana.

A product of Atlético’s youth academy, Bernard made his professional debut in 2011 and was one of the key figures in winning the 2013 Copa Libertadores, the most iconic title in the Club’s history. After a decade in European football, he returned to Galo in 2024, welcomed with the affection reserved for someone who never stopped being one of the fans’ idols.

2013 Copa Libertadores Final – photo: Bruno Cantini

More than the numbers, Bernard symbolizes a connection built over 15 years of history. The boy born in Belo Horizonte became one of the most representative figures of his generation and, for Atlético fans, he simply became “Bernard do Galo”.

In a post on social media, the No. 11 celebrated the milestone and made a point of sharing the moment with the Massa:

The milestone reinforces the bond between club, player, and fans. At 33, Bernard continues writing new chapters in a journey that began in Atlético’s youth ranks and is still being built with the same commitment that turned him into one of the great symbols of the generation that conquered South America.

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Congratulations, Bernard, on 100 wins wearing the Black-and-White Shirt. May this story continue to be written with the same commitment, dedication, and love for Galo that have always made you one of the great idols of the Massa Atleticana. May many more achievements come!

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