Italy hit by Cannavaro blow as captain is ruled out of Euros with ankle injury

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"Fabio Cannavaro will say goodbye to our European adventure, before it has even begun," said a official from the Italian Football Federation.

Nightmare: Italy skipper Fabio Cannavaro is helped by medical staff after twisting his ankle in training.

"The captain has suffered torn ligaments, which happened the moment his foot
made contact with the ground. His ankle twisted awkwardly."

Italian coach Roberto Donadoni has called up Fiorentina defender Alessandro Gamberini as Cannavaro's replacement.

Cannavaro will hold a press conference tomorrow alongside Donadoni, who will be ruing the absence of one of his most influential players.

The Real Madrid centre-half was a key member of Italy's World Cup-winning side two years ago, and was named FIFA World Player of the Year for his performances in Germany.

Italy will face Holland in their European opener next Monday, before further
Group C matches against Romania and France.