Marino Giovanni Defendi (born 19 August 1985) is an Italian footballer who plays for Ternana as a midfielder. Despite starting his career as a second striker, Defendi also played as a winger, attacking midfielder and more recently as a central or defensive midfielder.
Club Career
Defendi joined Bari in a three-year contract on 25 July 2011, as part of Andrea Masiello's deal.
In August 2016, Defendi joined Serie B side Ternana in a three-year contract.
International Career
Defender played for the Italy U20 side in the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship, and for the Italy U21 side in the 2006 UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship.