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Youth Football: Benfica Campus Coaches for 2026/27: How does coaching longevity across age divisions support consistent tactical language and competitive

Benfica Campus Staff Continuity Drives Player Pathway Alignment

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How does coaching longevity across age divisions support consistent tactical language and competitive transitions for developing players?

Sport Lisboa e Benfica announced its technical staff for youth football at Benfica Campus ahead of the 2026/27 season, spanning the U-14 age group through Team B. The structure emphasizes stability with veteran coaches such as Luís Araújo entering his 21st season and Nélson Veríssimo entering his 12th total season with Team B, while promoting internal figures like João Faria Rodrigues and Rui Silva. Additionally, former senior player Andreas Samaris joins the staff to manage the U-16 team competing in the National Under-17 Second Division.

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