August 26, 2025
SHORT CONFERENCE - PLANNING AND STRATEGIES IN YOUTH CATEGORIES
On the occasion of the Supercoppa Primavera 2025/26 between Inter and Cagliari, scheduled for August 26 at 6:30 PM at the Gianni Brera Arena in Milan, Lega Serie A and SFS are organizing a moment of discussion focused on planning and strategies in youth football, exploring themes ranging from international competitions to the impact of local territories on scouting and talent development.
The event will be a valuable opportunity to reflect on the role of clubs, institutions, and youth academies in shaping the champions of tomorrow, featuring insights from leading experts and prominent figures in Italian football.
Programme
13:30 – 15:00
Light Buffet Lunch
15:00 – 15:15
Institutional Opening
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Luigi De Siervo (CEO – Lega Serie A)
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Martina Riva (Councilor for Sport, Tourism and Youth Policies – City of Milan)
15:15 – 16:00
International Youth Competitions
- Maurizio Viscidi (Technical Coordinator, Men’s Youth National Teams – FIGC)
16:00 – 17:00
Success Stories Beyond the Metropolises
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Giovanni Carnevali (CEO and General Manager – U.S. Sassuolo Calcio)
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Tommaso Giulini (President – Cagliari Calcio)
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Saverio Sticchi Damiani (President – U.S. Lecce)
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Michele Criscitiello (Director – Sportitalia)
Moderator: Giada Giacalone (Journalist – Sportitalia)
17:00 – 17:15
Institutional Closing
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Luigi De Siervo (CEO – Lega Serie A)
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Gianfilippo Valentini (Founder – SFS)
17:15 – 18:30
Coffee Break
18:30 – 20:30
Primavera SuperCup Final
Inter – Cagliari
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