Paolo Maldini was rested so Alessandro Nesta and Jaap Stam played in the centre of defence, with Marcos Cafu and Kakha Kaladze in the full-back roles.

Jaap Stam partnered Paolo Maldini in the centre of defence as Alessandro Nesta dropped to the bench while Marcos Cafu and Kahka Kaladze occupied the full-back positions.

Paolo Maldini participated in the practice game, while Jaap Stam trained in the gym and ran.