12 Facts About Riccardo Scimeca

Riccardo Scimeca was born on 13 June 1975 and is an English football coach and professional footballer.

Riccardo Scimeca who played as a defender notably in the Premier League for Aston Villa, Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion.

Riccardo Scimeca played in the Football League for both Nottingham Forest and Cardiff City in a career spanning 16 years, making over 400 appearances.

Riccardo Scimeca spent four seasons at the City Ground, and took over as captain when Steve Chettle left in his first season.

Riccardo Scimeca was consistent and reliable in his spell at Forest, playing in various positions.

Riccardo Scimeca featured regularly in central defence and midfield, but had spells at right back and right-midfield.

Riccardo Scimeca scored 4 goals during this season, and played a prominent role throughout his four years at the club.

Riccardo Scimeca moved on to Leicester City in 2003, on a free transfer after failing to agree a new deal.

Riccardo Scimeca then moved to West Bromwich Albion a year later by activating a get-out clause in his contract which allowed him to leave Leicester, before his transfer to Cardiff City in early 2006.

Riccardo Scimeca made his long-awaited return for Cardiff on 19 February 2008, by playing for 45 minutes against Newport County in the FAW Premier Cup, his first appearance for the Bluebirds for nearly a year.

Riccardo Scimeca went on to make a total of 11 appearances in all competitions during the season, mostly as a substitute to return to match fitness.

Riccardo Scimeca joined the veteran's team of his home town club, Leamington, in the Central Warwickshire Over 35's Premier League in 2013.