The Manchester City captain is determined to lead his team back to the top | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva has a crucial role to play for Manchester City. As his team’s captain, the Portuguese international is expected to set the standards for his team to follow. Whether that is through his performances on the pitch or his ability to do whatever is required for the benefit of his team. If any player is perfect for that role in Pep Guardiola’s squad, it is Bernardo Silva.

So far this season, he has shown that he is determined to lead his team back to the top. Speaking ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League league phase fixture against AS Monaco, Bernardo has talked about his determination to set the standards for his team. If his team follows his lead, they could be set for a successful 25/26 season.

Bernardo Silva is determined to lead Manchester City back to where they belong.

Bernardo Silva faced the media ahead of Manchester City’s upcoming Champions League league phase fixture against AS Monaco. The Manchester City captain spoke of his determination to lead his team back to the top. The Portuguese international explained: “City was really successful in the last eight years because everybody had a responsibility.”

“Obviously, as captain, you need to help to create that type of environment, but what we saw in the past was a group of great characters.”

“We need to bring that back as a group of captains to arrive on time, take good care of themselves, and in terms of responsibility. You need more than two, three or four – you need 15 players that behave as a captain.”

“I have eight years of knowing exactly what Pep wants from his team, and I try to pass that on to the team and set an example.”

“It’s a great honour. I am trying my best to put the team as close as possible to get the team back to the level it deserves to be.”

Bernardo Silva has already shown that he will set the standard for his team.

When Bernardo Silva was named as Manchester City’s captain for this season, it was never in doubt that he’d set the standard for his team. He has already done that in spades during his time at the club. Perhaps no performance from Bernardo this season typified this more than Bernardo’s display in City’s recent 1-all draw with Arsenal. Bernardo scrapped and fought for the entire 90 minutes at the Emirates Stadium. His team did the same, and they picked up a valuable point in trying circumstances. That is one recent example of the standard that Bernardo sets. If his team follows that regularly, anything is possible for Pep Guardiola’s side this season.

Bernardo Silva is determined to lead Manchester City back to the top. That isn’t a surprise to discover. The Portuguese international has always gone above and beyond with his effort and performances for Pep Guardiola’s side. Bernardo’s words match his actions and with him as captain anything is possible for Pep Guardiola’s side this season.