ABOUT ANTÓNIO SILVA
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup pedigree
António Silva arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 1 appearance on record from the WC2026 qualifying campaign for Portugal, contributing 0 goals and 0 assists across roughly 9 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live WC2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Portugal
As a defender for Portugal, Silva anchors the back line, covering space and winning ball through positioning and aerial duels. His club role at Benfica is the same — anchor a defensive structure across a long club season.
WC2026 outlook
Portugal enter Group K, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Silva's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best WC2026 odds for Portugal
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
António Silva's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Silva features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
Performance Metrics