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Thiago Silva Out for Month, Fluminense Faces Defensive Crisis

4/15/2025

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Thiago Silva, the stalwart defender for Fluminense, faces a tough four-week recovery after injuring his right thigh in a crucial victory against Santos. This setback could sideline him for up to nine matches, including key clashes in the Copa Sul-Americana and Campeonato Brasileiro, forcing coach Renato Gaúcho to rethink his defensive strategy without their captain.

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Thiago Silva, the stalwart defender for Fluminense, faces a tough four-week recovery after injuring his right thigh in a crucial victory against Santos. This setback could sideline him for up to nine matches, including key clashes in the Copa Sul-Americana and Campeonato Brasileiro, forcing coach Renato Gaúcho to rethink his defensive strategy without their captain.