A great hall immersed in silence, interrupted only by the voice of one of the masters of European football: this morning, Rafael Benitez, for everyone Rafa, gave a masterclass at the UEFA Pro coaching course. An attentive audience, among which the red of the students' uniforms stood out, and an exceptional spectator, Marek Hamsik, who followed with admiration the coach who had guided him during the golden years at Napoli.
Benitez, accompanied by his long-time collaborator Paco de Miguel, focused on analysis, tactics, and the evolution of modern football.
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Benitez, who has coached teams such as Liverpool, Inter, Napoli and Real Madrid, spoke about the journey that led him to become one of the most successful coaches of his generation. He spoke proudly of his bond with Coverciano, a place he often visited to study and improve himself: “I learned a lot here, and I always come back with pleasure to share what I know.”
The two-hour lesson almost turned into three, with the students enthralled by the Spanish coach's perfect Italian and his explanations. An unforgettable moment, which offered a precious look at modern football, but also a journey into the past, among the memories of unforgettable triumphs and teachings that are still relevant.
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