Venezia FC: Ownership group reaffirms long-term commitment and vision

The Operating Committee (OpCo) of the Venezia FC Ownership Group firmly reiterates its ongoing commitment to ensure the club’s long-term growth, sporting success and financial stability. The OpCo will continue to support Sporting Director Filippo Antonelli and the technical staff in their efforts to help the team achieve its objectives this season and beyond.

The recent performances of Venezia FC have not met the expectations of the fans and the Ownership Group, team and staff share our supporters’ disappointment. Despite the challenges the club has faced so far this season, there are 12 matches to play and everyone at Venezia FC will fight to retain our Serie A status. The ownership remains fully committed to building a competitive club that establishes itself in Serie A, following a sustainable approach that emphasizes financial stability.

As previously stated, Venezia FC S.p.A. is controlled by a consortium of investors, with no single shareholder owning more than 15%. The Ownership Group is represented by the Operating Committee which collectively governs the club in partnership with the executive management team in Venice. The OpCo members have expertise across sporting, commercial, infrastructure, and financial areas that reinforce strategic decision-making and planning. The coordinated efforts of the OpCo members serve as a source of strength and stability for the club.

The OpCo believes that a strong executive management team in Venice is critical to the team’s success and is committed to further develop Venezia FC’s leadership team in the near term. Filippo Antonelli’s approach to the sporting project illustrates the impact of a strong leader with a clear vision and he has the full support of the OpCo.

In the last twelve months, the Ownership Group has worked as a collective to emphasise financial stability and discipline, while supporting Venezia FC with investment of approximately €75 million. The development of the Ca’ Venezia training center is a testament to the club’s ambitious growth strategy and long term vision. Looking ahead, Venezia FC is positioned to capitalize on significant opportunities, generating resources for further reinvestment in the club’s future.

The Venezia FC Operating Committee recognizes the challenges and frustrations with the current situation, while remaining optimistic and ambitious about the opportunities for growth on the horizon. Everyone at Venezia FC will do their best to achieve positive results in the remaining matches this season, while planning for the long term.

The support and passion of the fans remain a crucial driving force for the club’s journey, inspiring continued determination to build a Venezia FC that truly represents the history and identity of Venice and their passionate supporters.

About Venezia FC
Founded in 1907, Venezia FC (VFC) is the professional football club of Venice, Italy, known for its commitment to sporting excellence, integrity, social responsibility, and community development, as well as its deep connection to art and the preservation of Venice. Located on the island of Sant’Elena, the historic club plays at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo, the second-oldest stadium in Italy, situated next to the Venice Biennale.
Throughout its history, VFC has primarily competed in Italy’s top two divisions, with one of its most notable achievements being winning the Coppa Italia in 1940-41. More recently, the club achieved a remarkable progression, earning promotions from Serie D to Serie C to Serie B between 2015 and 2020, followed by a promotion to Serie A in 2021 and again in 2024.