Federico Melchiorri
Basic information
- Full name: Federico Melchiorri
- Date of birth: May 1, 1987
- Place of birth: Tolentino, Province of Macerata, Italy
- Nationality: Italian
- Position: Forward / Striker
- Preferred foot: Right
Career overview
- Federico Melchiorri began his senior career in lower Italian leagues before moving up the pyramid. He became known for his work rate, aerial ability, and knack for scoring important goals.
- He played for several clubs across Serie C and Serie B. Notable early clubs include Tolentino (youth/early senior), Sambenedettese, Giulianova and others in the lower divisions.
- Melchiorri's performances earned him moves to higher-level teams, including a period at Ternana and subsequently to Cagliari Calcio.
- At Cagliari he featured in Serie A during the 2013–2014 season after joining the club from Ternana. His time in Sardinia included appearances as a squad striker, contributing with goals and experience.
- Following Cagliari, Melchiorri returned to play primarily in Serie B and Serie C for clubs such as Pescara, Perugia and others, continuing to be a reliable forward at those levels.
Notable facts
- Melchiorri overcame a serious medical issue early in his career (a tumor on a testicle), showing resilience in returning to professional football.
- He is regarded as a hardworking center-forward capable of holding up play, linking with teammates and scoring with headers as well as with his feet.
Career statistics (summary)
- Appearances and goals vary by season and competition; across his time in professional leagues he has accumulated a solid goalscoring record especially at Serie B/C level.
- For precise season-by-season stats (appearances, goals, assists) consult official club records or up-to-date football statistical databases, as numbers change with ongoing seasons.
Last known status
- Melchiorri continued his playing career after leaving Cagliari, featuring for several Italian clubs mainly in Serie B and Serie C. For the most current club and season information, check the latest sources (club announcements, league registrations, or reliable sports databases).