Mario Fontanella celebrates reaching over 100 goals in the Maltese Premier League and shares his hopes of continuing his career in football at the age of 37.

Mario Fontanella: "Some think I'm done, but

According to Tuttomercatoweb.

Background

Mario Fontanella, who now has 108 goals in the Maltese Premier League, has been an integral part of Zabbar St. Patrick. After returning from his experience playing in the Arab country, he is committed to continuing to contribute despite the perception that his career is nearing the end. With his presence, Zabbar St. Patrick hopes to improve the team's performance in the next season.

Why this is important

Mario Fontanella's achievement of scoring more than 100 goals in the Maltese Premier League shows his resilience and dedication to football, especially at the age of 37. It also highlights the importance of foreign players in the league, who often bring the experience and qualities needed to lift the competition. With significant contributions to Zabbar St. Patrick, Fontanella is an inspiring example for young players in Malta.

Main Points

Mario Fontanella: "There are those who think I'm done, but.
Mario Fontanella celebrates reaching more than 100 goals in the Maltese Premier League and shares his hopes of continuing his career in football at the age of 37.
Fontanella: "Qualcuno mi dava per finito, ma ho superato i 100 goals a Malta e non ho ancora finito".

Mario Fontanella, the 37-year-old striker, insists he still has a lot to offer the world of football, even though some people think his career is over. After scoring 12 goals with Zabbar St. Patrick last season in the Maltese Premier League, Fontanella is set to begin its tenth season on the Mediterranean island. With impressive individual achievements, he has now surpassed 100 goals in the Maltese Premier League, with 108 to be exact to date.

"This is a great satisfaction for me. I always say that for a foreign player, getting recognition in another league is something that cannot be taken lightly. Here, I feel like I'm at home: I'm already half Maltese (laughs)!" said Fontanella. He emphasized his intention to continue scoring goals and contribute more to the team, feeling in good physical condition.

Last season, Zabbar faced a tough challenge, fighting to avoid relegation until the final game. "I want to thank Zabbar publicly. I had just returned from three years playing in the Arab world, and at 36 years old, many thought I was done, even though I performed well in Bahrain and Kuwait. "I thank the club and Fabio Muscat, the vice president, who really wanted me to join," he added.

Fontanella is also aware of the challenges facing his team, which is made up of mostly young players. "We have a very young squad, with several players aged 18 to 19, apart from me who is 37 years old. I've broken the average age of the team! However, we hope we don't have to fight until the end like last season."

As a veteran player in the Maltese League, Fontanella sees an improvement in the competition. "This year, I think the league level will increase because the team budgets have also increased. For example, Sliema have just recruited Teddy Teuma, a former Reims player in Ligue 1. Many new players have come in, and the league will definitely be more competitive."

On the Malta national team, Fontanella is optimistic. "Malta is lucky to have a quality coach like De Leo and a well-trained staff. They also implemented a policy of recruiting players with ties to Malta. I see positive developments, although it will not be easy."

This season, Fontanella is determined to do his best for Zabbar and hopes to be remembered when his career ends. "When the team performs well, I'm sure the goals will come. I also hope to be remembered by fans for what I have achieved. Although I am not a fan of Allegri's style of play, I like winning, and Allegri is a successful coach. "To win the league, I think we need a few more players," he concluded.

With passion and dedication still burning, Mario Fontanella is determined to continue his career and make the best contribution to his team in the Maltese Premier League.

What happened next

With his tenth season in the Maltese Premier League coming up, Mario Fontanella is expected to continue contributing to Zabbar St. Patrick. He is determined to score more goals and help his team face challenges in the league. Seeing that the composition of the team is predominantly made up of young players, the role of Fontanella's experience will be very important in guiding them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mario Fontanella say about his career?

Mario Fontanella insists he still has a lot to offer the world of football, even though some people think his career is over.

How many goals has Mario Fontanella scored in the Maltese Premier League?

Mario Fontanella has scored 108 goals in the Maltese Premier League.

Why does Mario Fontanella feel at home in Malta?

Mario Fontanella feels at home in Malta because he has gained recognition in the league and feels connected to the place.

What challenges does Zabbar St. face? Patrick last season?

Zabbar St. Patrick faced a tough challenge by fighting to avoid relegation until the last match.

What does Mario Fontanella expect for the upcoming season?

Mario Fontanella hopes to continue scoring goals and contribute more to the team, and not have to fight until the end like last season.

Mario Fontanella: "There are those who think I'm done, but