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Trapattoni signs new two year deal as Irish boss

Giovanni Trapattoni will lead Ireland's Euro 2012 qualifying campaign after the Italian manager signed a new two-year contract yesterday.

The former Italy manager took charge last year and his new deal will again be part-funded by Irish billionaire and Independent News & Media shareholder Denis O'Brien, the Football Association of Ireland said.

"This squad has huge potential. Our results demonstrate what self-belief and structure can achieve and I am really looking forward to continuing the work we have begun," Trapattoni said in a statement.

Ireland, unbeaten in competitive matches under the ex-Juventus boss, trail leaders Italy by four points in World Cup European qualifying Group Eight and hold a five-point lead over third-placed Bulgaria.

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