AC Milan's Thiago Silva crowned winner of 2011 Samba d'Or
The Rossoneri stopper has been named as the best Brazilian footballer of the past year, beating compatriots Dani Alves and Hulk who finished second and third respectively
SOURCE: GOAL
AC Milan defender Thiago Silva has been crowned as the winner of the 2011 Samba d'Or.
The 27-year-old was inaugurated as the best Brazilian player in Europe of the past year by Sambafoot, following his excellent campaign in Italy where he played a significant role in helping his team to the Serie A title last season.
Barcelona right-back Dani Alves came in second place, while Porto striker Hulk came third in the final standings.
The Samba d'Or has become an annual recurrence since its inception in 2008. Previous winners of the award include Real Madrid midfielder Kaka, Sao Paulo hitman Luis Fabiano and Inter defender Maicon.
