Who are England opponents San Marino?

Aldo Simoncini has a tough task as the San Marino goalkeeper. Credit: PA

Ranked as the worst team in the World, San Marino will be up against it against England on Thursday night.

Here we take a look at the some of the key men in the Sammarinese team.

Aldo Simoncini

The 28-year-old accountant is one of only two players to play as a semi-professional. Simoncini can boast 39 caps, but no wins during his time as an international.

Alessandro Della Valle

There are a lot of calculators in San Marino, it would seem, the defender who could win his 50th cap on Thursday, also works in finance, making money as a bank clerk.

Fabio Vitaioli

With the San Marino squad expected to drown their sorrows after another loss, it's good to know they have this bar owner within their ranks.

Mirko Palazzi is San Marino's only professional. Credit: Reuters

Mirko Palazzi

The only current professional footballer in Sammarinese ranks, playing midfield for Serie D side Rimini. He's quite a rarity having scored twice in the Europa League.

Alex Gasperoni

He can't boast an international win to his name, but he does own his own company that fits lighting in farm buildings, naturally.

Enrico Golinucci

The versatile midfielder doesn't have a cap to his name, but impressed in the domestic league last season, scoring in the cup final.

Andy Selva is the nation's leading scorer. Credit: PA

Andy Selva

The striker made history in 2004 by scoring the nation's winner against Liechtenstein, the only victory in their history. He is also San Marino's top scorer, hitting eight goals during his 66 caps.

Diego Rinaldi

One of only three men in the squad who can claim to have scored an international goal, netting a penalty in a 3-2 defeat against Malta.

Davide Gualtieri, centre, scored the World Cup's quickest ever goal against England. Credit: PA
  • You can watch England v San Marino live on Thursday 9 October from 7.15pm on ITV