The 5 players with most red cards in Serie A history

Check out the Serie A players with the worst disciplinary record in the competition’s history.

Serie A is known for its competitive and often aggressive matches, with players pushing themselves to their limits to secure a win for their team. However, sometimes that aggression can spill over into unsportsmanlike conduct, resulting in a player receiving a red card. In this article, we’ll take a look at the five players with the most red cards in Serie A history.

Giampiero Pinzi (12)

Starting off our list is Giampiero Pinzi, a former midfielder who played for Udinese for the majority of his career. He received 12 red cards in his over 400 Serie A appearances, earning him a reputation as a tough-tackling player.

Luigi Di Biagio (12)

Luigi Di Biagio is a retired midfielder who played for several Serie A clubs, including Roma, Inter Milan, and Brescia. He also earned 12 red cards during his career, with many of them coming as a result of his fiery temper on the pitch.

Giulio Falcone (12)

Giulio Falcone played as a defender for several clubs throughout his career, including Bologna, Fiorentina, and Sampdoria. He also received 12 red cards in his 377 Serie A appearances, making him one of the most fined players in the league.

Cristian Ledesma (12)

Cristian Ledesma is a retired midfielder who spent the majority of his career at Lazio. He was known for his tough tackling and tenacious play, which resulted in him receiving 12 red cards in his 356 Serie A appearances.

Paolo Montero (15)

At the top of our list is Paolo Montero, a former defender who played for several Serie A clubs, including Atalanta and Juventus. Montero was a physical and imposing player, but his style of play often resulted in him receiving red cards. In total, he was sent off 15 times in his 266 Serie A appearances, making him the player with the most red cards in the league’s history.