Serie B: Reggiana-Sampdoria to also pit Nesta against Pirlo

The match between Reggiana and Sampdoria in Serie B today is one to watch, not just for the positions on the leaderboard but particularly for the managers involved.

At Mapei stadium, it presents an opportunity to see Alessandro Nesta face off against Andrea Pirlo. Both are friends and former teammates, not only at AC Milan, but also in the Italy squad that clinched the World Cup.

Ahead of the clash, the two managers recounted their long-standing friendship. They communicate frequently, but agreed that their reminiscences would be put aside today. As it turns out, the stakes of the match are simply too high to leave room for nostalgia.