Tue Jul 08 19:00:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the text, focusing on Thiago Silva’s history with Chelsea and the upcoming Club World Cup match:

**Headline: Fluminense Defender Thiago Silva Faces Former Club Chelsea in Club World Cup Semifinal**

**DOHA, Qatar** – Fluminense defender Thiago Silva, a legend for Chelsea, is set to face his former club in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinal this Wednesday. The 40-year-old Brazilian, now back with Fluminense, enjoys iconic status at Stamford Bridge, evidenced by his dedicated page on the Chelsea official website.

Despite joining Chelsea at the age of 35 in 2020, Silva quickly became a fan favorite. His leadership, professionalism, and consistent performances were instrumental in Chelsea’s Champions League victory in 2021, as well as their UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup wins later that year. During his four seasons, Silva earned the club’s Player of the Season award in 2023.

In March 2025, Silva was voted into Chelsea’s all-time best XI by fans, celebrating the club’s 120th anniversary, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Chelsea greats like John Terry and Frank Lampard.

“My relationship with the Chelsea fans is difficult to explain in words. It was love at first sight,” Silva said in 2023.

Silva left Chelsea in April 2024, announcing his contract wouldn’t be renewed. The following May, he returned to Fluminense after 16 years. Silva has signed a contract with Fluminense until June 2026.

During his Chelsea career, Silva won three trophies. The most important of which was the 2020-21 Champions League victory, defeating Manchester City in the final. Thiago Silva was voted the best player at the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup.

Thiago Silva will now face the Chelsea team he once captained, as Fluminense looks to secure a place in the Club World Cup final. The match promises to be an emotional affair, pitting the Brazilian against the club where he cemented his legacy as one of their greatest defenders.

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