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Erling Haaland welcomes Bernardo Silva to Real Madrid with cryptic message

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Erling Haaland welcomes Bernardo Silva to Real Madrid with cryptic message

Summary

Bernardo Silva has officially joined Real Madrid, sparking excitement among fans and players. Reactions included warm welcomes from Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo, but Erling Haaland’s comment, ‘See you in the semi-finals,’ has generated discussion about potential future matchups between Real Madrid and Manchester City. Silva's debut with Portugal in a World Cup match against DR Congo was underwhelming, as he struggled to make an impact and was substituted at halftime. Despite this, expectations remain high for his contributions at Real Madrid.

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By the Numbers

•Bernardo Silva signs with Real Madrid, unveiling excitement in the football community.
•Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo welcome Silva on social media.
•Erling Haaland hints at future clashes with his semi-finals comment.
•Silva's first World Cup appearance for Portugal included a quiet performance.
•He recorded 23 touches and completed 17 of 18 passes against DR Congo.

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Bernardo Silva’s arrival at Real Madrid has generated huge excitement, but it was the reaction from some of football’s biggest stars that became one of the main talking points following the offici...
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