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20 / Spain · 2006–2018David Silva
Caps · Spain
125
Goals · Spain
35
Life
1986
Clubs
Valencia CF, Manchester City, Real Sociedad
Honours
FIFA World Cup 2010
#20
Editorial rank of 33 for Spain
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The people's rank, live from duel votes
The diminutive genius, David Silva conjured spells for Manchester City and Spain with his sublime close control and incisive passing, contributing hugely to World Cup and Euros success. Career record: 125 caps and 35 goals for Spain; club career at Valencia CF, Manchester City, Real Sociedad; honours include FIFA World Cup 2010.
Career record
| 2003–2004 | Valencia CF Mestalla |
| 2004–2010 | Valencia CF |
| 2004–2005 | SD Eibar |
| 2005–2006 | RC Celta de Vigo |
| 2010–2020 | Manchester City |
| 2020–2023 | Real Sociedad |
| Spain | 125 caps, 35 goals |
Sources
- Preferred foot checked 4 October 2026
- Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
- Caps · Spain checked 4 October 2026
- Goals · Spain checked 4 October 2026
- Honours · FIFA World Cup 2010 · Winning team checked 4 October 2026
Shared the era
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Around Silva in the almanac
One rank above: Dani Carvajal at #19.
One rank below: Emilio Butragueño at #21.
Spain's editorial top five: Alfredo Di Stéfano · Andrés Iniesta · Xavi · Iker Casillas · Rodri.