Pirlo skips Italy session

Andrea Pirlo and Andrea Barzagli skipped today’s training session as Italy prepare for Sunday’s Euro 2012 opener against Spain.

The Azzurri took to the field this afternoon in Krakow, but Pirlo did not change into his football boots.

Andrea Pirlo and Andrea Barzagli skipped today’s training session as Italy prepare for Sunday’s Euro 2012 opener against Spain.

The Azzurri took to the field this afternoon in Krakow, but Pirlo did not change into his football boots.

When Cesare Prandelli called for the squad to begin their fitness work, the Juventus midfielder spoke briefly to the staff and then went back into the locker room.

Barzagli also missed the session, as he is hoping to recover from a calf strain.