Di Livio was a surprise late inclusion in the Euro 2000 squad having been absent from the international set-up for a year before that.

Having also represented his country in France 98, he is one of the most experienced midfielders in the squad.

He has played for no less than seven Italian clubs after starting his career with hometown side Roma.

He left there for Reggiana, Nocerina, Perugia and Padova before his strength and commitment to the team ethic earned him a move to Juventus.

In 1999, he joined Fiorentina where he has remained ever since.

Di Livio is a useful crosser of the ball and is equally as comfortable as a wing back or midfielder.

His versatility gives manager Giovanni Trapattoni the chance to shuffle his midfield depending on the opposition.

He was sent-off against England in the 0-0 draw in Rome in 1997 and made four appearances at the World Cup in 1998, coming on in extra-time in the quarter-final defeat against France.