No Trap, we’re not Germany but we can compete

Giovanni Trapattoni was, naturally, attempting to just kill off all discussion. The reality, however, was that his response merely opened up all manner of debate.

Indeed, it’s amazing how many levels there are to five supposedly simple words.

“You think we are Germany?” the Irish boss said on Tuesday, after being asked by RTÉ’s Tony O’Donoghue if he was considering his position following the 2-2 draw with Austria.