Marina Venzo

Marina Venzo is a 48-year-old youth football coach from Verona, Italy, who gained media attention for her decision during a match to instruct her captain to deliberately miss a penalty kick, protesting what she believed was an incorrect referee decision. Working tirelessly at a Lidl supermarket while coaching the Under-14 team of San Martino Giovani, Venzo emphasizes the importance of fair play and respect in sports, criticizing the negative influences of social media and the lack of true champions in modern football. Her actions reflect a commitment to integrity and sportsmanship in youth athletics.