Giovinco: 'Italy call is a victory'

By Football Italia staff

Sebastian Giovinco says just being called up by Italy after joining Toronto FC “is already a victory.”

Last month Giovinco and New York City FC’s Andrea Pirlo became the first ever Azzurri to be called up while playing in Major League Soccer.

The Atomic Ant was sent back home due to an injury, but hopes to feature against Azerbaijan on Saturday and Norway on Tuesday.

“I am happy to be back wearing the Italy jersey and to have recaptured a place in the Nazionale,” Giovinco told Rai Sport.

“Just being here is already a victory, one I really hoped for and wanted, because it was by no means to be taken for granted.

“In Toronto not just football, but all sports are experienced as moments of enjoyment and celebration. It’s a wonderful atmosphere.

“My current club never put any pressure on me. In fact, they are all happy that I’m here on international duty.”

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