Right back/winger Christian has played for Napoli since 2008. He has represented Italy at the U18, U20, U21 and senior level.
The Daily Drool – Confederations Cup – Italy: Christian Maggio
20 JunLa Roja Ready to Take On Tahiti
19 JunHere they come! It’s almost time for La Roja’s second match of the Confeds, I just hope Tahiti provides more thrill than Uruguay did. I’m excited for the match and hoping maybe, just maybe, that Fernando gets some minutes. I want to see Nando play for Mou, so the quicker he is to score some goals, the better.
La Roja does Rio de Janeiro
18 JunAfter the Uruguay match, Los Pretty Ones made their way to Rio de Janeiro. Sefutbol, who put together La Roja’s arrival video, are certainly on to something….or just on something. They paired the training gear clad hunks, lugging their suitcases through the airport, with some sexay music. Word to the wise, don’t spoil me, I’ll get used to it.
Is This The Real Life, Is This Just Fantasy?
18 JunSo, if you’re ever wondering what might take pride of place in my fevered imagination, it might be a scenario like this – the Italian National Team cavorting in the waves and playing volleyball on Barra de Tijuca beach yesterday in Brazil. Forza Azzurri indeed! Special thanks to watishista bluebeta for making my day by alerting me to this fabulousness. Continue reading
The Champions Are Ready & Looking Fine!
16 JunSuits!!! If you think training gear has been doing it for you, these past couple of days, wait til you see the boys walking around in their perfectly fitted suits. A lot of pretty went down yesterday, check…it…OUT. Continue reading
La Roja Keeps On a-Trainin’
14 JunHappy Confederations Cup Eve! Who’s excited? I sure am. La Roja still has one more day of preparations before their first match on Sunday. It was the same routine for today, some training, being swarmed by fans, and giving pressers…you know, the glamorous life. Continue reading
La Roja Official Pictures
14 JunLa Roja had their official pictures taken, which is always a cause for dread. As a rule, these things never seem to turn out all that well. Some are not so bad and some are downright hideous. Here’s some close ups… Continue reading