The press conference for the renewal of Aircash as the Gialloblù Main Jersey Partner
Verona – A press conference was held yesterday afternoon, Sunday, August 23, in the conference room at the ‘Bentegodi’ Stadium to announce the renewal of Aircash as the Hellas Verona Main Jersey Partner for the 2026/27 season. The press conference was attended by the Club’s Executive President, Italo Zanzi, and the Croatian multinational’s CEO, Hrvoje Ćosić.
These are the statements from Hellas Verona Executive President Italo Zanzi: “Today is an important day, and we are well aware of the strong bond that has been created between Hellas Verona and Aircash. This partnership began last year and, in a short time, we have built not only a commercial relationship, but also a personal one with the entire team. During the past season, we had the opportunity to get to know their vision and ambitions better, and we found that they are very similar to ours. In the commercial world, it is not easy to find a partner who does not simply put its brand on the shirt, but who shares the same ambition, works within the local community and has common values. Fortunately, we can continue this relationship this season as well. Considering also the significant growth Aircash has experienced in Italy, this partnership represents a great opportunity for our fans, who will be able to benefit from all the services the company provides. I am very proud to continue this collaboration, and I believe it is something positive for all our Gialloblù fans as well. I would therefore like to thank Hrvoje and his entire team: together, we want to enjoy a very successful season.”
These are the words of Aircash CEO Hrvoje Ćosić: “First of all, I would like to thank the President for his kind words. It is a great pleasure for me to be here again. We have become true Hellas Verona fans. If I think back to the matches played by the Gialloblù last season, there was always someone from Aircash attending the home games and, on many occasions, the away matches as well. I am therefore very happy that we can continue this partnership, which has been extended for another year, and I hope – in fact, I am certain – that we will be able to continue it for many more years. We are a company operating in the fields of technology, business and payments. We are primarily active within the European Union, particularly in Central and Southern Europe. Last year, we also entered the Italian market, which was an important step in the growth of our company locally. I am sure this season will be crucial for us to grow even further in Italy. We are working to provide Hellas Verona fans with new digital tools, such as the issuing of Mastercard cards. We are also working on a new product that we will probably present during the winter period of the season, with the aim of revolutionising the interaction between Hellas Verona fans and the Club. We share the same vision when it comes to innovation and the same desire to fight. I am sure that together we can achieve great results.”
What is the message of confidence you are sending to the Club after a difficult season like the last one, which ended in relegation?
Hrvoje Ćosić: “We care a lot about this partnership. Our intention is to improve. During last season, in football terms, many goals were conceded in the final minutes and luck also played a role. We love the atmosphere at the stadium, which is always full. What would have been the point of leaving after just one year of collaboration? We are here to stay.”
Are you also evaluating a possible involvement with Aircash in relation to the Hellas Verona new stadium project?Italo Zanzi: “The project is at an advanced stage, but we have not yet reached the point of starting commercial discussions. Obviously, Aircash will be among the first partners we will consider, but given where we are in the process, we have not discussed it yet. However, I would like to take this opportunity to emphasise that Aircash’s support during last season’s difficult period was immediate. It is not easy to find this kind of attitude in this environment. It should also be emphasised that Aircash is an excellent ambassador for Croatia, which is very close to Italy and shares the same philosophical values that underpin both countries.”