Sitting on the bench, Sam took in the atmosphere of this stadium including the elite players that lined up in blue for Chelsea FC.
A few years ago, while still plying his trade for Manchester City, he remembered Raheem Sterling being one of the best wingers in the world.
The now Chelsea forward's output in front of goal may have reduced a lot, but he was still one of the fastest dribblers in the whole world.
And Cole Palmer? Despite the fact that this was his debut season for Chelsea FC, the young attacking midfielder was having a terrific season already.
Sam clenched his fists tightly. 'I'll get to his level soon enough'.
The Chelsea midfield was anchored by the reliable presence of a world cup-winning midfielder in Enzo Fernandez, alongside the tenacious Moises Caicedo.
It was a strong lineup, Sam wondered how his teammates would fare.
As soon as the whistle went off though, he knew.
FWEEEE!
