At the age of 39, Maldini is incredibly in his 23rd professional season for AC Milan. The living legend made his Serie A debut way back in 1985 and more than two decades later he is still playing at the very highest level.
At 31, Nesta is approaching veteran status himself, having first featured for Lazio back in 1993.
“In a way we are very different,” said Nesta. “I will not have his longevity. He has something which no one else has, he has a strong head.
“Paolo is like metal, he never slackens, he loves to train and to play. I do not believe that in four or five years I will be like that.”
Tonight Nesta will partner Maldini at the heart of the Rossoneri defence as they welcome Juventus to San Siro.
“It will be a beautiful occasion, it will not be boring because Juve are a strong squad,” said the 2006 World Cup winner.
“They will come out to play and will not close themselves up. It will be an entertaining game.”
