“Playing free is always the best way to play football. I love this sport and I try to enjoy every moment.
When I have the ball between my feet, I couldn't be happier." With these words, Khvisha kvaratskhelia, Georgian striker of the Napoli, opened up to the magazine “Versus”, talking about his experience in football and his love for the blue shirt. At just 23 years old, kvaratskhelia He was one of the great protagonists of the historic championship won by Napoli last year, quickly winning the affection of the Neapolitan public. “I'm very happy here”, said the player. “Napoli fans are truly incredible, they love football so much, and I’m proud of how they treat me.”
For the young Georgian, wearing the Napoli shirt also means becoming part of a great football tradition. “Napoli is a great team, with great legends like Maradona”, Kvaratskhelia said. “Being compared to him with the nickname 'Kvaradona' makes me incredibly proud, but obviously I can't compare myself to him. He is one of the best players in history.”
In addition to the emotions experienced in Serie A, Kvaratskhelia had the opportunity to face the European stage of the Champions League. “Hearing the anthem is a dream, in fact, it goes beyond”, confessed the talented winger. “It was incredible the first time, a wonderful feeling, a dream come true.”
This new fame and success brought with it greater responsibility for the young footballer. “Now they look at me as an example, even the kids in Georgia”, Kvaratskhelia explained. “I have to be calm, humble and try to do my best on and off the pitch.”
Article published on March 16, 2024 - 14pm
