Alfred Duncan played a starring role as Venezia kicked off their Serie B campaign with a 2-1 win over Bari at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo.
The Ghanaian midfielder started the match and lasted 85 minutes, delighting the home fans with his energy and composure.
Venezia struck first in the 9th minute through Bjarki Bjarkason, giving the hosts an early lead.
Bari responded in the 26th minute when Mehdi Dorval's strike, confirmed after a VAR review, leveled the score.
