OFFICIAL PRESENTATION OF THE MEN’S FIRST TEAM

This evening, Thursday, July 30, 2026, the official presentation of the Venezia FC Men's First Team took place at the Ca' Venezia Sports Centre.

More than 1,000 orange-and-green supporters filled the stands of the Sports Centre for the event, hosted by renowned sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio. Chants, passion and excitement set the tone for the new season, which will officially begin on Saturday, August 15, at the Pier Luigi Penzo Stadium with the Coppa Italia fixture against Modena.

It was a warm welcome for Giovanni Stroppa's squad, who were introduced to the fans wearing the club's new Home Jersey. Among those in attendance were Silvia Peruzzo Meggetto, Venice's Councillor for Tourism and Sport, Matteo Senno, President of the Venice City Council, representatives of the Venezia FC Powerchair team, the Venezia FC Women's team, the Youth Sector and Venezia Futuro.

Following the presentation, the players spent time with supporters, signing autographs and posing for photos.

The evening then continued with an exclusive event organised in collaboration with Cynar, Main Sponsor of the Men's First Team for the 2026/27 season. The historic Veneto-based brand hosted a private aperitif featuring Cynar Spritz and live music. The initiative provided guests with an opportunity to come together and celebrate in an exclusive setting, strengthening the bond between the Club, Cynar Spritz and its partners.

Silvia Peruzzo Meggetto, Councillor for Tourism and Sport.
"I bring greetings on behalf of the City Administration and Mayor Simone Venturini, and I would like to thank everyone for being here today. It is a pleasure to share this moment with you. The doors of the Municipality are, and always will be, open because this administration believes in sport and is committed to supporting it 100%. I share the excitement for the season ahead and congratulate the players, the coaching staff and everyone involved behind the scenes. I would also like to warmly welcome our new President, Francesca Bodie, who I am certain will do a fantastic job in her role. I am delighted that this club has invested in our territory with a long-term vision, developing infrastructure that will benefit the community for years to come. I wish you all an extraordinary season."

Matteo Senno, President of the Venice City Council.
"I would like to greet the entire management team and, above all, the supporters here today. Eleven years ago we were in Serie D, and now, eleven years later, we are in Serie A, with significant investment, one of the finest training centres in Italy and an incredible fanbase. During this crucial season, our supporters must continue to stand by the team every step of the way. Forza Unione."

Filippo Antonelli, Sporting Director & General Manager of Venezia FC.
"It is incredibly exciting to be here, preparing for a new season after winning the league last year. I believe Venezia has never lost its direction. We have always been fortunate to have ownership that has supported me and shared my vision, especially when difficult and courageous decisions had to be made. I would like to thank our ownership group and President Francesca Bodie. The Venezia model? To me, it is built on courage and ambition, never on arrogance. Serie A must be approached with quality players who prove their worth while embracing Venezia's identity and the coach's ideas. I see Venezia as a crew, something special that, together, can surprise Italian football. When I look at Venice and its people, both of land and sea, I see something that may appear fragile, yet withstands every storm and stands the test of time."

Giovanni Stroppa, Head Coach of Venezia FC.
"I see a fantastic attitude from everyone, and thanks to the efforts of the ownership and our Sporting Director, a truly outstanding group is coming together. Personally, I am extremely satisfied because everything is being done the right way. Last season was an extraordinary journey, not without its challenges, and I will never stop thanking these players because they made me a winning coach. This season, I expect an important campaign, one we will face with courage and the determination to retain our place in Serie A. We have a competitive squad and, with humility, we will do everything we can to make life difficult for every opponent."