Ghanaian captain Stephen Appiah wants to get more playing time with Bologna in their last match of the season to boost his chances at the World Cup.
The 29-year-old finally made his long awaited league debut for Bologna on Sunday in the Italian Serie A.
In an entertaining game Appiah brought to an end a dark period in his footballing career after being absent from club action for almost two year period.
Introduced back to the world of European football Appiah entered the pitch of Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on the 45th minute mark for Marcelo Zalayeta.
Appiah was happy to return to the pitch but he is keen for action after his two-year absence in action for a club.
"I am happy that the coach selected me on Sunday and although I only played 45 minutes, it was really good to be out there doing what I enjoy doing," Appiah said on his personal website.
VIDEO: APPIAH'S DEBUT FOR BOLOGNA
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"Every knows how emotional I can get at times and I had a lump in my throat when I was coming on to the field after half time.
"It felt good playing competitive football and anyone who knows the game will tell you that nothing beats playing a competitive game.
"I am really excited and hope to get another chance in the last game of the season.
Bologna drew 1-1 with Catania having taken the early lead with a goal from striker Marco Di Vaio.
The result guarantees Bologna their place in their Serie A for next season.
For Appiah, 29, and signed on by Bologna during the January transfer window, his first game in the league's final stages will be a major boost as he prepares for the World Cup in South Africa with his native Ghana.
The Black Stars have named Appiah in their 30-man provisional squad for this year's World Cup in South Africa.
The squad will have a training camp in France starting on 24 May.
Stephen Appiah is no stranger to Italian Serie A, having played for Udinese, Parma, Brescia and Juventus earlier in his career.