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Inter Milan stirker Icardi thrilled with first Argentina call

Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi is delighted with his cal-up to the Argentina squad.

Icardi had also been interesting Italy.

"I always wanted to play for the Seleccion and in Italy everyone knows I am from Argentina," said Icardi.

"The only Italian thing I have is a passport. I am here because Leo Messi is injured and I want to make the most of this opportunity."

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