Last Friday, the Canadian Premier League (CPL) named Alessandro Biello the U-21 Player of the Month for April. Shortly before the announcement, we sat down with the dynamic midfielder to discuss the momentum behind his inaugural campaign with FC Supra. While the award serves as a formal nod to his talent, it is Biello’s poise and dominance on the pitch that have captured the attention of the local soccer scene. For Biello, the breakout isn't just about technical skill—it’s about the mental game and a culture of trust that allows a young player to thrive under pressure.
Q: You’ve hit the ground running this April, and the league is clearly taking notice. Can you unpack the specific factors behind your early success?
A: Having my own self-belief mirrored by the people around me has been invaluable. I owe a lot to the coaching staff and the club for the investment they’ve made in me. When you feel that a club truly believes in you from the start, it removes the second-guessing and allows you to compete fearlessly. It’s a powerful cycle: belief enables fearless performance, performance drives results, and those results lead to more belief.
Q: How have your teammates specifically helped cultivate that confidence?
A: I’ve felt comfortable with this group since we started together in January. Being together throughout the preseason allowed us to build real chemistry on and off the field. Knowing how my teammates move and what they prefer on the pitch creates a level of comfort that lets me focus entirely on my role.
Q: How does this season and team differ from your past professional experiences?
A: This is the first time I’ve been given this level of responsibility. Beyond the role itself, the identity here is unique. From day one, the coaches talked about an exciting, attacking brand of football—creating chances and always looking for the goal.
I’d never been part of a team with that specific DNA before. Coach, Nick [Razzaghi], has shown us the stats, and I see it myself on the field: the sheer volume of chances we create is exciting. When you have players like Loïc [Kwemi] and Sean [Rea] who are so unpredictable on the ball, you feel like you can make things happen at any moment. It’s an entertaining way to play.
Q: There is plenty of "noise" surrounding a new club’s inaugural season. How are you and the team tuning that out?
A: We hear it, but we focus on the work. People never know what to expect from a new team, especially when they compare us to clubs that have been in the CPL for years. But after facing teams like Ottawa and Cavalry—established clubs that have won titles or made finals—we’ve shown we can compete. We aren't just here to participate; we’ve proven we can be dangerous and get results on the road. We belong in the conversation.
Q: Looking ahead, where do you see this season going for both yourself and FC Supra?
A: Long-term, we want to prove we can compete with any team. We’re pushing to win as many games as possible. The league is tough, and it's getting better every year, so for us, it’s all about consistency. I try not to look too far ahead, though, and am big believer in taking it game by game. We have a Canadian Championship match tomorrow [March 8], versus Woodbridge and that is our focus right now.
Q: What would you tell your even younger self, or other young soccer players, who aren't as certain about their professional path?
A: I’d keep it simple: work hard and believe in yourself. It sounds like a cliché, but nothing is given to you in this game; you have to earn the right to be where you are every single day. Those two points go hand-in-hand. To see results, you have to put in the work—in the gym, on the field, and in how you treat your body. Being in pro environments over the last few years has taught me what it actually means to be a professional. But again, it all starts with believing in yourself.
Catch Alessandro and FC Supra in action next Saturday, May 23, at 6 PM ET against Vancouver FC in Langley, BC.