WATCH- Bernardo de Silva credits Manchester City faithful after crucial win in FA Cup semi-final

Manchester City edged out Chelsea 1-0 in a tense FA Cup semi-final at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, booking their place in the final. The game was a tight affair with both sides creating chances, but it was Bernardo Silva who emerged as the hero for City.

Chelsea started brightly, with young striker Nicholas Jackson forcing a good save from City's goalkeeper Stefan Ortega. City grew into the game though, with Kevin De Bruyne pulling the strings in midfield. However, clear-cut opportunities remained scarce as both defences held firm. The deadlock was finally broken in the 84th minute. De Bruyne unleashed a powerful shot that Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic could only parry. The rebound fell perfectly for Silva, who coolly slotted the ball home to send the City fans into raptures.

Chelsea pressed for an equalizer in the remaining minutes, but Ortega stood firm again, denying them a dramatic late goal. The final whistle blew, sparking jubilation for City and sending them back to Wembley for another FA Cup final. For Chelsea, the defeat adds to a frustrating season, where they are left fighting for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

"You guys were unbelievable today!"

Ecstatic over reaching another final, Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva took to the club's social media channels to express his gratitude to the fans. "We're so happy," he beamed, clearly thrilled about the upcoming championship match. "Another chance to win a title for the club!"

“You helped us win this game” 💬@BernardoCSilva’s message to the fans 🩵 pic.twitter.com/e7G4x3m1v6

— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 20, 2024

However, Silva also acknowledged the potential struggles of the previous week, saying, "I just want to say thank you to all of you for all the support after what happened last week." He was referring to the penalty loss against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.

Regardless, Silva emphasized the fans' crucial role in the recent victory. "You guys were unbelievable today," he declared, "and you helped us win the game." His words highlight the positive influence the supporters have on the team's performance, creating a strong bond between the club and fans.