Kevin Cannavò

Kevin Cannavò (born 9 February 2000) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for club Spezia on loan from Venezia. Born in Italy, he represents the Malta national team.

Club career Cannavò is a product of the youth sector of Palermo; he signed his first professional contract with the club in October 2018. He made his professional debut for Palermo on 26 January 2019, coming on as a substitute for Ivaylo Chochev in the 75th minute of a Serie B game against Cremonese.

Empoli On 18 July 2019, Cannavò signed for Serie B club Empoli for free. He mostly played for their Under-19 squad in the 2019–20 season, he was called up to the senior squad 10 times but remained on the bench on all those occasions.

Vis Pesaro On 21 August 2020, he joined Vis Pesaro on loan. On 5 July 2021, he moved to Vis Pesaro on a permanent basis and signed a three-year contract.

On 24 January 2023, Cannavò was loaned to Serie C club Padova. On 1 September 2023, Cannavò was loaned to fellow Serie C club Lumezzane, with an option for the Lombardian club to sign the player by the end of the season permanently.

Venezia On 14 August 2025, Cannavò signed a three-year contract with Serie B club Venezia. On the same day, he was loaned out to Serie C side Cosenza, with an option to buy.

International career Born in Italy, Cannavò is of Maltese descent . In May 2026, he received his first call-up to the Malta national team, being included by manager Emilio De Leo in the provisional squad for two international friendly matches against Slovakia and Azerbaijan; he was eventually included in the final squad.