Luigi Sala

Luigi Sala (born 21 February 1974) is a retired Italian footballer who played as a defender. He is known for his time in Serie A and Serie B clubs, contributing significantly to the teams he played for during his career.

Early Life

Luigi Sala was born in Mariano Comense, a town in the province of Como, Lombardy, Italy. He began his football career at a young age, showing promise as a strong and reliable defender.

Club Career

Cesena

Sala started his professional career with Cesena in Serie B. His performances caught the attention of bigger clubs, leading to his transfer to Atalanta.

Atalanta

In 1995, Sala joined Atalanta, where he played for two seasons. His solid defensive skills helped the team in their campaigns in Serie A and Serie B.

Milan

Sala's impressive performances earned him a move to Milan in 1998. During his time at Milan, he won the Serie A title in the 1998-1999 season. However, he struggled to secure a regular starting position in a squad filled with star players.

Other Clubs

After leaving Milan, Sala played for several other clubs, including Sampdoria, Chievo, Ascoli, and Catania. He concluded his professional career with Mantova in 2011.

International Career

Although Sala never earned a cap for the senior Italian national team, he was called up to the squad on several occasions, reflecting his high level of play and consistency at the club level.

Post-Retirement

After retiring from professional football, Sala has been involved in various football-related activities, including coaching and youth development programs.

Related Pages

• A.C. Cesena
• Atalanta B.C.
• A.C. Milan
• U.C. Sampdoria
• A.C. ChievoVerona
• Ascoli Calcio 1898 F.C.
• Calcio Catania
• A.C. Mantova
• Serie A
• Serie B