Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella paid a visit to sick children in hospital during his team’s visit to his hometown Cagliari.

This weekend, Inter travelled to Sardinia to face Cagliari in Serie A.
And for midfielder Barella, it was a special match.

Clashes with Cagliari always mean something a bit more for the 27-year-old. He is a native of Sardinia and came through the youth ranks at the Rossoblu.
Cagliari are the team for whom Barella initially broke through in Serie A.
And there will always be a feeling of connection between Barella and both the team and the city.

On the pitch, Barella had a starring role on Saturday. The Italian international capped off a fine performances with two assists on his return to Cagliari.

But off the pitch, Barella’s business in his hometown was not finished.
The Gazzetta report that the 27-year-old Inter midfielder also paid a visit to a local hospital.

There, Barella met with some sick children, in an event organized by the Make-A-Wish foundation.
Barella spent some time chatting with the children and their families.

The Italian international took selfies with them, as well as gifting them Inter shirts and autographs.