Italy coach Marcello Lippi has explained why he hasn't recalled AC Milan defender Alessandro Nesta to his squad this week.
 

The 33-year-old doesn't want to put his fitness at risk or take a place away from someone who participated in the qualifying campaign.
 

“He told me, I believe in a definitive manner, that he doesn't feel like it,” Lippi revealed.
 

“I am sorry. I wanted to give a spark. But I respect his decision.”