Who’s the oldest player to have ever scored in the Italian top flight?
Serie A has witnessed numerous football legends grace its fields over the years. Among them, a select few have defied age and showcased their scoring prowess well into their 40s.
In this article, we’ll explore the oldest goalscorers in Serie A history.
5- Pietro Vierchowod (40 years, 1 month, 17 days)
Pietro Vierchowod holds the distinction of being the first over-40-year-old player to score in Serie A. On May 23, 1999, the centre-back netted a goal for Piacenza Calcio during their 1-1 draw against US Salernitana. His feat set a precedent for other veterans to follow.
4- Fabio Quagliarella (40 years, 3 months, 9 days)
Fabio Quagliarella surpassed Vierchowod’s record when he scored Sampdoria’s only goal in their 5-1 defeat against Milan on May 20, 2023. Despite the loss, Quagliarella etched his name in Serie A’s history books with his goal. The forward’s longevity and goal-scoring prowess have been exemplary throughout his career.
3- Silvio Piola (40 years, 4 months, 9 days)
Silvio Piola was not only a prolific goalscorer but also part of the Italy squad that won the Jules Rimet Cup (later known as the FIFA World Cup) in 1938. At 40 years and 4 months old, he struck his final goal for Novara Calcio during a 1-1 draw against AC Milan. Piola’s impact on Italian football continues to be remembered and revered.
2- Alessandro Costacurta (41 years, 25 days)
Alessandro Costacurta’s legacy is forever intertwined with AC Milan, where he played an astonishing 20 years, amassing over 663 appearances for the Rossoneri. At 41 years and 25 days old, he scored for Milan in a 3-2 defeat to Udinese Calcio in 2007. Costacurta’s remarkable career showcased his defensive prowess and occasional goal-scoring ability.
1- Zlatan Ibrahimovic (41 years, 5 months, 15 days)
On March 19, 2023, Zlatan Ibrahimovic made history by becoming the oldest scorer in Serie A at the age of 41. Despite his feat, AC Milan suffered a 3-1 defeat against Udinese. Ibrahimovic’s penalty goal at 41 years and 166 days surpassed Costacurta’s record. His return from knee surgery and continued impact on the field have made him an ageless phenomenon.
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