Italian goalkeeping legend Gianluigi Buffon said Monday that making his European debut for new club Paris Saint-Germain at home in Italy against Napoli was like an electric shock for him.
“I know the San Paolo Stadium very well and above all I know the feeling that there is between the team and its fans,” said the 40-year-old former World Cup winner ahead of Tuesday’s game.
“Being able to return to the Champions League after my disqualification in a match so important in Italy and Naples is something that inevitably gives some major shocks.
“It’s very emotional! If I chose to continue to play at 40 years it’s because football generates emotions like nothing else.
“I’m really lucky to be able to return to Italy, against Naples, in a Champions League match.” Read more
