Federico Scoppa (born 23 May 1986) is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder. Throughout his career he has appeared for numerous clubs in Italy’s Serie B, Serie C, and Serie D, as well as for a team in the Swiss Challenge League.
Early life and youth career
- Birthplace: Naples, Italy
- Youth clubs: Developed in the youth system of SSC Napoli before moving to the academy of A.S. Roma, where he completed his formative training.
Senior club career
| Season | Club | League | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2006 | S.S. Lazio (youth) | — | — | — |
| 2006–2008 | A.C. Genoa | Serie B | 12 | 0 |
| 2008–2009 | U.S. Sassuolo | Serie B | 18 | 1 |
| 2009–2011 | A.C. Lumezzane | Serie C1 | 54 | 3 |
| 2011–2013 | A.C. Reggiana | Serie C1 | 36 | 2 |
| 2013–2015 | S.S. Juventa | Serie C2 | 48 | 4 |
| 2015–2016 | FC Chiasso (Switzerland) | Swiss Challenge League | 22 | 1 |
| 2016–2018 | A.S. Viterbese | Serie C | 41 | 2 |
| 2018–2020 | A.C. Pergolettese | Serie D | 27 | 1 |
| 2020–2022 | S.S. Cavese | Serie C | 19 | 0 |
| 2022–present* | A.C. Rimini | Serie D | — | — |
*Data current as of the 2023‑2024 season; appearance figures for the ongoing season are not yet finalized.
Playing style
Scoppa is recognized for his defensive discipline, ability to retain possession under pressure, and competence in distributing the ball from deep-lying positions. He typically operates as a holding midfielder, contributing to both defensive organization and transitional play.
Notable achievements
- Serie C Promotion: Part of the A.C. Lumezzane squad that secured promotion to Serie B in the 2009‑10 season.
- Swiss League Experience: Gained international exposure with FC Chiasso, participating in 22 league matches during the 2015‑16 Swiss Challenge League campaign.
Personal life
Information regarding Scoppa’s personal life, including education and off‑field activities, is not extensively documented in publicly available sources.
Summary
Federico Scoppa has built a career characterized by steady contributions across Italy’s lower professional divisions and a brief period abroad in Switzerland. His role as a central midfielder emphasizes defensive reliability and ball distribution, enabling him to adapt to varied tactical systems throughout his tenure with multiple clubs.
