Thiago Silva was spotted crawling on his knees after Fluminense’s tense 1-0 win over Palmeiras on Sunday that ensured their survival in the Brazilian Serie A.
The former Chelsea captain's act of crawling on his knees is a South American ritual related to religion and gratitudeFluminense’s tense 1-0 win over Palmeiras on Sunday ensured their survival in the Brazilian Serie A on the final day of the campaign.
A decisive first-half goal from Kevin Serna sealed the victory for the 14th-placed side, who weathered a late storm despite having a second goal ruled out by VAR., Silva's act of crawling on his knees is deeply rooted in South American religious and cultural traditions, symbolizing an expression of gratitude and devotion.
The moment served as a poignant reminder of the emotional and spiritual connection football can foster—far beyond just the game itself., following a similar gesture by Raphinha after a Leeds match against Brentford in 2022, crawling across the pitch on one’s knees is a South American ritual of gratitude, offering thanks to God for fulfilling a wish.
Thiago Silva, having played a key role in helping his boyhood club Fluminense avoid relegation, seized the perfect moment to express his heartfelt appreciation in this meaningful way.Now playing for Fluminense, Silva suggested that Chelsea suffered from questionable officiating, which impacted their performance. His former team ultimately fell to the reigning champions at Stamford Bridge, beginning their league campaign with a disappointing defeat.
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