Juan Antonio Pizzi is a former professional football player and a well-known football manager from Argentina. Born on June 7, 1968, in Santa Fe, he played as a forward and had a successful career in various clubs, including Newell's Old Boys and Valencia CF. Pizzi also represented the Argentina national team in international competitions. As a manager, Pizzi has led several teams, including Chile, where he won the 2016 Copa América Centenario. He has also managed clubs in Spain, Mexico, and Saudi Arabia. His coaching style is characterized by an emphasis on attacking football and team cohesion.