Silvio (footballer, born April 1988)

Silvio Manuel Pereira, known as Silvio, (born 28 April 1988) is a Portuguese professional footballer.

Silvio primarily plays as a right-back, but is also capable of playing on the left. He is known for his speed, tackling ability, and crossing.

Career:

Silvio began his professional career in Portugal, playing for teams such as Rio Ave and Braga. His performances attracted the attention of larger clubs, leading to transfers to Atlético Madrid and later Benfica. While at Atlético Madrid, he was part of the squad that won the UEFA Europa League in 2012. He has also had loan spells at clubs including Deportivo La Coruña and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Throughout his career, Silvio has experienced periods of consistent playing time alongside periods where he served as a squad player. Details of his later career, including clubs played for and retirement information, should be verified from reliable football sources.

International Career:

Silvio has represented Portugal at the international level, earning caps for the national team.

Honours:

• UEFA Europa League: 2011–12 (Atlético Madrid)
• (Further honours depend on club achievements and should be verified from reputable sources.)