 Nervo usually played as a right winger, and was known for his pace, work-rate, dribbling skills, creativity, eye for goal, and ability to provide precise assists for teammates from crosses.Although he usually played as a midfielder, he was also capable of playing as a forward, or as a defender.Following his retirement from football, Nervo pursued a career in politics; he is a member of the controversial right-wing Padanian separatist party "Lega Nord".