 Upon its formation, Carlo Sandoni was the club's sponsor and general manager, Swiss Louis Rauch became president, nobleman Guido Della Valle was the vice-president, Enrico Penaglia secretary, Sergio Lampronti cashier, while Emilio Arnstein and Leone Vincenzi were appointed councilmen.On 20 March 1910, Bologna played their first ever game, against Virtus, who wore white shirts.Bologna outclassed their opponents, winning 9–1.