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Inter Forever for Astutillo Malgioglio’s Era77

Inter Milan

MILAN – It’s Inter Forever’s first social initiative and there are six Charity Stars shirts on the auction block. Francesco Toldo, Beppe Bergomi, Riccardo Ferri, Evaristo Beccalossi, Zé Maria and Felice Centofanti all signed theirs on Monday at Solo Inter in Milan. Next the proceeds will go towards Astutillo Malgioglio’s Era77 foundation, which is based in Piacenza and dedicated to helping children with muscular dystrophy.

Astutillo Malgioglio, the 55-year-old ex-goalkeeper who represented
Inter from 1986 to 1991, won the Scudetto in the 1988/89 season and the Italian
Super Cup the following year. Coach Giovanni Trapattoni signed Malgioglio as
the backup to Walter Zenga and the keeper holds fantastic memories of
that Inter side, where he is still remembered today as a loyal team-mate.

After his career as a player ended, Malgioglio threw all his energy into
helping others, devoting his time to a situation that was anything but easy.
However, it was his fate. Of himself, he stated: "I’ve always been a man
of faith. My instinct to go where I’m needed and help others comes from the
heart. Playing and winning in the Serie A was already then a sort of secondary
activity. This was my destiny."

He speaks in a low voice, and over the years he has kept a low profile
but stayed busy, pouring his passion into this cause. Malgioglio recalls how
the fans "have always held me dear to them". And now it’s time to
lend a hand to both Astutillo and the children he helps.  

Handanovic: “I see my future only at Inter”

Inter Milan

APPIANO GENTILE – Always the man to stand up and be counted, win or lose, Samir Handanovic spoke to Sky Italia today about how things are going at Inter in the wake of Saturday’s victory over Fiorentina.

He explained: "It doesn’t mean anything yet. Like any win it’s a boost for morale but it doesn’t mean anything. It has made a bit of a difference, but not a lot for me personally."

Speaking of boosting morale, that’s what Hernanes’ arrival has done too, isn’t it? "Definitely. Whenever a new player comes it always brings a bit of extra enthusiasm, although it’s more on the outside than from within because we just keep getting on with our jobs."

The Nerazzurri shotstopper was asked to comment on Cuadrado’s goal last weekend. "Actually I don’t think there’s a lot to say. I don’t need to comment on it. I’m happy with my overall performance, sometimes the odd mistake can happen. I accept it as I do all the goals I’ve conceded but I don’t spend much time looking back. My thoughts are already on the next game."

Is third place just a pipedream or still possible? "Hopefully it’s a dream that can become reality. Advice for Mauro Icardi? I don’t like to hand out advice. All I have to say to him is to keep scoring like he did last Saturday."

The Slovene was then quizzed about Inter’s defence and the 28 goals conceded. He said: "If I’m looking at things from the keeper’s point of view, the number of goals conceded is always too high, but I’m happy playing with a back three – I was used to that at Udinese too. I enjoy working with Mazzarri. The main thing is that everyone is professional, works hard for the team and does what the coach says."

The interview ended with the Nerazzurri No.1 asked to comment on transfer rumours. Would Vidic joining the club be a major reinforcement? "I don’t know him personally but I think his career speaks for itself. He would strengthen us yes, but I can’t talk about players who aren’t at Inter."

What about the interest Barcelona showed in Handanovic himself? "Do I find it flattering? I think any player would be honoured, but in any case it’s in the past and I’m happy here." To make sure the message was loud and clear, he stressed the point further when asked where he sees himself in the future. "I only see myself at Inter. Nowhere but Inter."