Head-to-Head Comparison

Bernardo Silva and Xavi Simons face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Midfielders — Bernardo Silva plays for Manchester City in the Premier League and represents Portugal, while Xavi Simons turns out for Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League for Netherlands. Bernardo Silva is the elder of the two at 31, with Xavi Simons 9 years younger at 22.

In front of goal, Bernardo Silva leads with 78 career goals to Xavi Simons's 42. For assists, Bernardo Silva edges ahead with 105 versus 55 for Xavi Simons. Bernardo Silva has the more decorated cabinet with 22 career trophies compared to 4 for Xavi Simons. Internationally, Bernardo Silva has earned more caps (92) compared to Xavi Simons's 25.

Based on the 10 statistical categories above, Bernardo Silva comes out on top — winning 8 of the 10 measurable stats compared to Xavi Simons's 2. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.