Goals: 30’ Willis (V), 63’ De Matteis (F), 71’ Buono (F), 93’ Maier (F).
Bookings: Gismann (V), Karaivanova (F).

: Pucova, Duarte, Doneda (79’ Nurzia), Ballo, Zuanti, Gismann, Wills (68’ Girotto), Fernandez (79’ Morin), Mounecif, Saggion (68’ Furlanis), Cortesi (60’ Mazis).
Substitutes: Nan, Airola, Novelli, Orlandi.
Head coach: Luis Oliveira.

: Nardi (14’ Zuliani), Neddar, Naydenova, Buono, Tata, Karaivanova (73’ Battistini), Costa, Spagnoli (46’ Nocchi), Bertucci (63’ Cacchioni), De Matteis (73’ Silvi), Maier.
Substitutes: Pastore, Cinquegrana, Leone, Fuzio.
Head coach: Francesco Foglietta.

On matchday 24 of the Women’s Serie B, Venezia FC’s “Leonesse” suffered a defeat after a brave and intense performance, but paid dearly for a few defensive mistakes. After Willis gave Venezia the lead in the first half, Frosinone turned the game around in the second half through goals from De Matteis, Buono, and Maier.

Oliveira’s Venezia had to be alert as early as the 6th minute when Naydenova’s free kick from the edge of the box was deflected for a corner by Pucova. The orange-black-greens responded in the 18th minute with a quick one-two between Ballo and Willis, ending in a shot saved by the goalkeeper. In the 24th minute, Zuanti tried from distance, but the defense blocked it. The deserved lead came in the 30th minute: a wide free kick taken by Cortesi found Willis, who rose perfectly to head home for 1–0. Venezia kept pushing: in the 34th minute, Gismann tried from outside the box, forcing a save, while in the 39th minute Duarte nearly doubled the lead from a corner, with Frosinone clearing off the line. Towards the end of the first half, Venezia remained on the attack but couldn’t find the second goal.

The second half opened again with an attacking Venezia: Zuanti immediately won a corner and, shortly after, a valuable indirect free kick inside the box was awarded for a back pass to the goalkeeper, but Mounecif’s shot was cleared off the line. Missed chances proved costly, and in the 63rd minute Frosinone equalized through De Matteis, capitalizing on poor ball management by the hosts. The visitors gained confidence and in the 71st minute completed the comeback with Buono, who made a central run and beat Pucova. Venezia tried to respond with long-range efforts from Zuanti and Doneda, and a good individual move by Furlanis, but without success. In stoppage time, Frosinone scored their third: in the 93rd minute Maier sealed the result on the counterattack. Late on, Venezia had a chance to pull one back with a penalty, but Furlanis’ shot hit the crossbar.

Serie B Women 25/26: Venezia FC - Frosinone 1-3

Goals: 36’ Tironi (B), 59’ Zuanti (V), 84’ Ballo (V).
Bookings: Tucceri (B), Duarte (V).

: Lauria, Lahteenmaki (85’ Passeri), Pellinghelli, Fusar Poli, Tironi, Giai (85’ Riccio), Cavallin, Spinelli (70’ Giovagnoli), Tucceri, Jansen (70’ Raggi), Marengoni (61’ Re).
Substitutes: Frigotto, Baroni, Ciamponi.
Coach: Dario Di Donato.

: Pucova, Duarte, Doneda (60’ Cortesi), Liva (46’ Fernandez), Ballo, Zuanti, Gismann, Willis (46’ Girotto), Mounecif, Saggion (93’ Novelli), Mazis (70’ Furlanis).
Substitutes: Nan, Pusiol, Muffato, Orlandi.
Coach: Luis Oliveira.

An important away victory for Venezia FC, who beat Bologna 2–1 at the end of a hard-fought and exciting match. Coach Luis Oliveira’s side, after going behind in the first half, showed great character in the second half to turn the game around thanks to goals from Zuanti and Ballo.

The match began with a strong start from Bologna, who tried to create danger in the opening minutes without seriously troubling Pucova. Venezia responded in an organized manner, attempting to build play and nearly taking the lead in the 20th minute through Mounecif, whose effort from the edge of the box went just wide. As the minutes passed, the home side increased the pressure and found the breakthrough in the 36th minute: Tironi was the quickest to react in the penalty area and, in a crowded situation, managed to beat Pucova for 1–0. Bologna pushed forward and came close to doubling their lead several times, but the Venezia goalkeeper produced two crucial saves against Tironi in the 37th and 40th minutes, keeping her team in the game.

In the second half, Venezia came back onto the pitch with greater determination, looking for a goal to reopen the match. After a few early attempts, the equalizer arrived in the 59th minute: a शानदार move down the left and a precise finish from Zuanti, who beat a defender and placed the ball into the far corner for 1–1. The momentum shifted, and the orange-and-green side grew in confidence, creating several dangerous chances with Zuanti, Furlanis, and Girotto. The winning goal came in the 84th minute: a corner taken by Furlanis and a decisive header from Ballo, who completed the comeback. In the closing stages, Bologna pushed for a last equalizer, but Venezia defended compactly, and Pucova once again made a crucial save to secure the result. A spirited victory for the Lionesses, who showed resilience and determination to claim three valuable away points.

Serie B Women 25/26: Bologna - Venezia FC 1-2

Goals: 38’ Willis (V), 95’ Fortunati (A)
Bookings: Blasoni (A)

: Beka, Duarte, Doneda (79’ Orlandi), Ballo, Zuanti (64’ Nurzia), Gismann, Willis, Mounecif, Saggion (57’ Girotto), Morin, Cortesi.
Substitutes: Pucova, Liva, Pusiol, Novelli, Muffato, Mazis.
Coach: Luis Oliveira.

: Verano, Ghio (76’ Fortunati), Tuteri, Vlassopoulou (64’ Corazzi), Delia (83’ Bossi), Tamburini, Lazzaro (64’ Fracas), Termentini (64’ Mariani), Nasoni, Blasoni, Razzolini.
Substitutes: Di Nallo, Davico, Beduschi.
Coach: Andrea Benedetti.

At the “Taliercio” Sports Center, Venezia FC and Arezzo played out a draw. The final 1–1 result came from a spirited performance by the Lionesses, who were caught by the Tuscan side right at the end.

In front of a delegation from Venezia FC Powerchair, present for the occasion, Oliveira’s team started with determination but risked falling behind as early as the 4th minute: at their first attacking move, Arezzo won a penalty. However, Razzolini hit the post from the spot, sparing Venezia and keeping the score at 0–0. The home side reacted and gradually took control of the game. In the 28th minute, Zuanti came close to opening the scoring, but her shot from the center of the box went just wide. The deserved breakthrough arrived in the 38th minute: Willis scored a fine goal, heading backwards with a looping effort that surprised the opposing goalkeeper to make it 1–0. Shortly before halftime, Willis nearly doubled the lead, but she was in an offside position.

In the second half, Venezia managed their advantage and continued to create chances. Zuanti tried from distance in the 52nd minute without success, while in the 72nd minute Willis, well set up by Ballo, saw her shot deflected for a corner. Towards the end, Girotto tested the Arezzo goalkeeper, who made a good save. Just when the match seemed headed for a Venezia win, the late twist arrived: in the 95th minute, following a free kick, the ball remained loose in the box and substitute Fortunati found the decisive touch to make it 1–1.

Serie B Women 25/26: Venezia FC - Arezzo 1-1

On Saturday, March 28, a delegation of players and staff from Venezia FC Women took part in a meeting with the club’s orange-and-black Powerchair Football team. The Lionesses attended a training session, taking photos and sharing meaningful moments with the Powerchair athletes, reaffirming their support for a unique project within the Italian sports landscape.

Accompanied by Venezia FC Women’s Director Grazia Trentin and Secretary and Team Manager Marco Baloci, head coach Luis Oliveira and players Beatrice Airola, Salimata Ballo, Camilla Barbierato, Serena Cortesi, Melissa Doneda, Lynn Gismann, Alice Miani, Sara Novelli, and Alice Zuanti had the opportunity to experience Powerchair Football up close, even trying it themselves and taking part in the training session. The meeting was a moment of great human and sporting value, enriching both teams—the women’s side and the Powerchair Football team alike. The athletes had the chance to introduce themselves, share their experiences, and exchange perspectives on their respective realities, creating an atmosphere of mutual interest and respect.

The Powerchair Football team is a true national sporting excellence: it has recently triumphed in the Coppa Italia and the Italian Supercup, adding two prestigious trophies to an already impressive collection that now includes a total of 2 league titles (2024 and 2025), 2 Coppa Italia titles (2025 and 2026), and 1 Italian Supercup (2026).

This special visit from Venezia FC’s first women’s team highlights the club’s attention to all activities carried out in the local community. The initiative goes beyond competition, emphasizing the message that sport is a powerful tool for inclusion, capable of teaching respect, cooperation, and team spirit.

Among Italian professional clubs, Venezia FC stands out as the only one to have a Powerchair Football team. The project aims to promote the discipline, raising awareness among the public and within professional football about the importance of inclusion, demonstrating that sport can break down barriers and offer opportunities for everyone. Venezia FC thus reaffirms its commitment to social responsibility, with the goal of helping young people and adults, fans and athletes alike, grow through the values of inclusion and participation.

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Serie B Women 25/26: Venezia FC - Frosinone 1-3

Serie B Women 25/26: Bologna - Venezia FC 1-2

Serie B Women 25/26: Venezia FC - Arezzo 1-1

Venezia FC Women meet Powerchair Football Athletes