Italy have decided not to appeal against Francesco Totti's three-match ban for gross unsporting conduct.
The Azzurri star was suspended by UEFA after spitting in the face of Danish defender Christian Poulsen in the teams' goalless draw earlier this week.
Totti yesterday made a public apology to UEFA, which was taken into account by European football's governing body when deciding their punishment.
"Having discussed the matter with Totti and the federation, we have decided not to make an appeal," said Totti's lawyer Giulia Bongiorno.
"The sentence given is correct. They took into consideration the player's apology and also the provocation that he was under during the game."
"Having considered all the facts, we have decided not to proceed any further with this matter."
Totti will be able to make an appearance again in Euro 2004 only if Italy reach the semi-finals.
Alessandro Del Piero could adopt Totti's role for tonight's crucial Group C clash against Sweden. Roma youngster Antonio Cassano is being tipped to start up front alongside Christian Vieri. Coach Giovanni Trapattoni has no injury worries.
Filed by James Boylan
