David Silva

Born on 8th January 1986, in Arguineguín, David Josué Jiménez Silva is a young and vigorous attacking midfielder of Manchester City who is nicknamed as “Merlin” due to his quick passing abilities and excellent dribbling skills. 

His achievements:-

• Honoured with the Pedro Zaballa Award in 2005 
• Played a significant role in winning the Copa del Rey 2007–08 as part of the Spanish football club Valencia F.C.
• David was the significant part of the Spain National Football team that won the FIFA World Cup of 2010 by defeating the Netherlands
• Contributed his  astounding efforts to the team Manchester city in winning the Premier League season 2011-12 and 2013-14
• Chosen the Premier League Player of the Month in  the 2011 season
• Elected the Players' Player of the Year in the Manchester City F.C. season 2011-12
• Twice won the European Football Championship in 2008 and 2012
• In 2011, David was honoured with the Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sporting Merit