Trapattoni revels in glorious homecoming

Giovanni Trapattoni left Bari with his reputation enhanced as Marcello Lippi was left licking his wounds.

Giovanni Trapattoni left Bari with his reputation enhanced as Marcello Lippi was left licking his wounds.

The 70-year-old Republic of Ireland boss emerged from his clash with the man who replaced him as Italy coach in 2004 with a moral victory as well as a precious World Cup point as his team staged a late fightback to keep their dreams of qualification on track.

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