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Louis Thomas Buffon Debuts for Pisa in Coppa Italia Loss at Torino

The 17-year-old forward, son of Gigi Buffon, signaled a rising trajectory after a recent Czech U18 call-up.

Overview

  • Buffon entered in the 68th minute wearing No. 16, replacing Vural at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino.
  • Torino won 1-0 to eliminate Pisa from the Coppa Italia.
  • His mother, Alena Seredova, celebrated the appearance with an Instagram story reading “Il mio Lollo” with a heart.
  • He previously made his professional debut last season in Serie B against Spezia when Pisa were coached by Pippo Inzaghi.
  • He holds Czech and Italian citizenship and, after a March call-up to the Czech U18s, is drawing increased attention early in his senior pathway.