Venezia FC has signed a 40-year concession contract with the Municipality of Venice for the construction and management of a new stadium in Mestre, in the Tessera district, within the Bosco dello Sport. The agreement provides for a total investment of 125 million euros by the club, intended for equipment, improvements, ordinary and extraordinary maintenance and the payment of the concession fee. The new facility, which will be able to accommodate 18,500 spectators, is scheduled to inaugurate in the second half of the 2027/2028 season and will be open all year round for sporting events, concerts, festivals and other cultural events.
Francesca Bodie, president of Venezia FC, underlined the importance of this achievement for the club and for the community. He defined the Bosco dello Sport as "an innovative, inclusive, sustainable home with international standards", capable of enhancing orange-green energy and passion. He thanked the Municipality for the collaboration that made the agreement possible. Mayor Simone Venturini expressed the same gratitude, praising the competence and determination of the Venetian officials who completed an initially complex project. He described the signing as a historic step for the city, an opportunity that goes beyond football and which promises to enrich the entire territory with large-scale events.
The new stadium will be a point of reference for the integration of sport, culture and entertainment, according to the representatives' statements. The project, which spans four decades, aims to create a dynamic ecosystem where matches, concerts and major events coexist, offering experiences and memories to future generations of Venetians. Venezia FC is committed to investing in this infrastructure, demonstrating confidence in the future of the city and in the growth of the club. With the signing of the contract, Venice and the club have officially started a path that promises to transform the Bosco dello Sport into a symbol of development and innovation for the region.