Juventus defender Fabio Cannavaro has urged former Italy teammates Francesco Roma and Alessandro Nesta to end their international retirements.

Neither Roma captain Totti nor veteran AC Milan defender Nesta have played for Italy since the country's success at Germany 2006 but Cannavaro believes their experience could be vital in South Africa.

"I have talked with Francesco and also Alessandro. We were fortunate to experience Berlin together and we have a strong bond," said Cannavaro.

"I am always trying to make them rethink, even if it was their decision and that should be respected."