The 2021-22 season saw the evergreen Thiago Silva further cement his legacy as O Monstro at Stamford Bridge, leading Chelsea’s defense with unrivaled composure and world-class intelligence. A pivotal figure in the club’s historic first-ever FIFA Club World Cup triumph and another UEFA Super Cup win, Silva belied his age to become the Blues' oldest-ever outfield player in the Premier League. His technical mastery was on full display as he led the team in passes and clearances, while providing nostalgic moments with clinical headers against rivals Tottenham and West Ham to secure Chelsea's status as world champions.