To close the argument, here is what Legrottaglie said at first:
"The people of Israel was chosen by God, it did not honour this and now its paying the consequences."
This quote has sparked a row among Jews mainly, and Nicola decided to make a second statement to calm the people down and say that he respects Israel and is a pacifist. All he wishes is peace for EVERYBODY.
You might say it is not for a football player to speak about this issues, that is probably right, but saying that Nicola chose the side of Israel, against Palestine is not only wrong (if anything, his comments are more pro-Palestinian), it is utterly ridiculous and laughable.
Forza Nico! Great football player, I'm happy to witness his rebirth among the top Seria A defenders!