Blanc takes blame for Silva hamstring injury

Captain Silva suffered a hamstring problem in a 2-1 friendly win over Napoli on Monday, the Brazil international’s second game in four days after he featured in the Ligue 1 champions' season-opening 2-2 draw at Reims last Friday.

The 29-year-old's return came after he missed all of PSG's pre-season preparations following his World Cup exertions with Brazil. 

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