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Hypocritical Bernardo Silva comments re-emerge after Martin Odegaard kick sparks Arsenal anger

Bernardo Silva's eight-year-old comments come back to bite him and spark Arsenal fan anger after former Man City midfielder's late kick on Martin Odegaard

By Tom Canton · Football London

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 10:37 AM

Key Things to Know

Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in their international clash.
Bernardo Silva kicked Arsenal midfielder Martin Odegaard late in the match, causing an ankle knock.
Silva brushed off the challenge by telling a reporter, "My friend, this is football."

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Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva faced criticism after delivering a late kick to Norway and Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard during Portugal's 2-1 victory over Norway. Following the match, Odegaard confirmed he suffered an ankle knock, while Silva dismissed the incident to a reporter by stating, "this is football."

The reaction resurfaced 2018 comments from Silva demanding protection against cynical fouls while at Manchester City. Silva departed Manchester City for Real Madrid at the end of his contract, while Manchester City is reportedly appealing findings related to 114 Premier League charges.

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