Venezia is preparing to host Inter at its home in Stankovic, with the first match of the season which could prove to be a real family challenge. The two clubs, with Inter at the top of the table and Venezia in last place, will clash at the Penzo in a match which, in addition to its sporting value, is full of personal meaning for the two Stankovic brothers.
Dejan Stankovic, former coach and now manager of Inter, had the opportunity to see his sons, Filip and Aleksandar, play for the same team in the past. Goalkeeper Filip, born in 2002, has already accumulated considerable experience with Inter, playing on several occasions for both club and national team. Aleksandar, born in 2005, returned to Italy from the summer spent at Club Brugge in Belgium and had only 46 minutes of playing time, spread across three substitutions, before this match. Despite the three-year age difference, the two brothers have already shared the field in two friendly matches with the Serbian national team, totaling 127 minutes of play together.
The match will be the first time that the two brothers face each other in an official Serie A match. Although both have already played together in different clubs, they have never had the opportunity to clash in a top-level competition. Filip, who has had a more solid role in the Venezia team, seems ready to smile in front of his fans, while Aleksandar, still adapting, could have the opportunity to make a difference in his first match of the season.
Venezia, despite being a smaller club than Inter, has demonstrated that it has a solid defensive structure. Filip has found his place in the center of defense, helping to keep the team fit. Aleksandar, on the other hand, still has a lot to prove and this match could be the starting point for building a more solid career in Serie A.
With all attention focused on the two brothers, the match promises to be an exciting event for fans of both teams. If Aleksandar can make the most of his presence on the pitch, it could mark a new chapter in his career, while Filip will continue to consolidate his position as Venezia's go-to goalkeeper. The family challenge, therefore, promises to be a moment of great interest for all football fans.