Luciano Valente appointed as new captain of Feyenoord

Feyenoord has appointed Luciano Valente as the new captain for the season. The decision was made by coach Giovanni van Bronckhorst. Valente, a 22-year-old midfielder, takes over the captain's armband from goalkeeper Timon Wellenreuther, who made the move to VfL Wolfsburg this summer.

In his first press conference as captain, Valente discussed his role within the team. He expressed his desire to become a key figure for Feyenoord and stated that the responsibilities that come with the captain's armband motivate him.

Feyenoord opened the new Eredivisie season with a match against Sparta Rotterdam, where Valente played his first game as captain. The team secured a narrow victory with a score of 0-1, with Valente being crucial to the result.

In the match against Sparta, Valente helped his team to victory. This win allowed the team to avoid a poor start to the season, which was essential for team dynamics.

After the match, Valente expressed his happiness at wearing the captain's armband. He mentioned that he got goosebumps when the armband was handed to him, but also emphasized that he does not stand above the team.

Valente's appointment as captain comes at a time when Feyenoord is looking to achieve a successful season in the Eredivisie. The team under van Bronckhorst aims for a strong start following recent changes within the squad.