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Fiorentina's Montolivo stunned by Italy call

Fiorentina midfielder Riccardo Montolivo is delighted to have been named in Italy's Euro2008 squad.

"It was an unexpected joy," said the former Under-21 international. "I will do everything I can to be part of the group that will go to Austria and Switzerland. Just being there would be a great achievement for me.

"Despite the many commitments of this season, I do not feel at all tired."

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