Overview

• Vásquez started as captain in Genoa’s season opener at Stadio Luigi Ferraris, which finished level against Lecce.
• The role places him among a small group of Mexicans to be primary captains in Europe and only the second to do so in Serie A after Rafael Márquez.
• The 26-year-old enters his fifth campaign in Italy and his third season with Genoa, reflecting his growing standing at the club.
• He had already led Genoa in a 3-0 Coppa Italia win over Vicenza earlier this campaign, reinforcing his leadership credentials.
• Genoa continue under Vieira, appointed in November 2024 after stabilizing the side to 13th last season, with Juventus up next in Serie A.