Napoli Wing-Back Christian Maggio Thrilled With Italy Return

Christian Maggio talked about his first call up to La Nazionale in a year.

Nov 9, 2009 9:55:37 PM

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Cristian Maggio - Fiorentina-Napoli - Serie A (Getty Images)

After more than a year, Napoli midfielder Christian Maggio has finally made his return to the Italian national team, as coach Marcello Lippi has included the 27-year-old in the squad for the upcoming friendlies against Holland and Sweden.

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Since joining Napoli from Sampdoria in the summer of 2008, Maggio initially had some problems, but right now he is a first choice regular in a team that's been rejuvenated since Walter Mazzarri took over as coach recently.

"Football can be magical at times," he said to Napoli's official website, "it's a great moment for me, I thank the club for continuing to support me. I dedicate this to my girlfriend and my family.

"Honestly, I thought I had lost the chance to play for the national team, but I've been working hard for Napoli, I wanted to give an important contribution."

Maggio made his Italy debut on November 19 of last year in a friendly against Greece, although he had already been called up for the qualifiers against Bulgaria and Montenegro in October.

Danilo Pochini, Goal.com
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