Sergio Pellissier

Sergio Pellissier, born on April twelfth, nineteen seventy-nine, is a distinguished Italian former professional footballer who made his mark as a forward. His football journey began in the youth ranks of Torino, where he was briefly called up to the senior team. In nineteen ninety-eight, Pellissier transitioned to Varese, and by the year two thousand, he had joined ChievoVerona, initially going on loan to SPAL for two seasons.

Upon returning to Chievo in two thousand two, Pellissier quickly established himself as a key player, contributing significantly to the club's success. He played a pivotal role in Chievo's qualification for both the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Champions League, showcasing his talent on the European stage. After Chievo's relegation to Serie B in the two thousand six to two thousand seven season, Pellissier took on the mantle of captain, leading the team to a league title and subsequent promotion back to Serie A.

Throughout his illustrious career, Pellissier set numerous records for ChievoVerona, becoming an idol among fans. He holds the distinction of being the club's all-time top goalscorer and record appearance holder. After retiring from professional football at the conclusion of the two thousand eighteen to two thousand nineteen season, Pellissier took on a new role as the owner and chairman of AC ChievoVerona, following his founding of FC Clivense in twenty twenty-one, which aimed to revive the legacy of the defunct ChievoVerona.

On the international front, Pellissier represented Italy at the youth level, earning five caps for the under-17 team in nineteen ninety-seven, and made a single appearance for the senior national team in two thousand nine, where he scored a goal. Despite an unsuccessful attempt to save ChievoVerona from bankruptcy in twenty twenty-one, Pellissier's contributions to Italian football remain significant and celebrated.