Pizzi went to Seixal to watch Andreas Samaris's debut as a coach, leading Benfica's Under-17 B team in his first match in charge. Andreas Samaris, a former Benfica player, thus began his career as a head coach by taking charge of this youth team.
Benfica's Under-17 B team defeated AD Oeiras 7-2 in their first game under Samaris's command. The emphatic victory marks a positive start for the former player in his new role as coach.
The match took place in Seixal, Benfica's training center, where Pizzi personally attended the former teammate's debut. Pizzi's presence demonstrates the internal support the club provides to former players who begin new careers within the structure.




