Trapattoni: We are on right track

Giovanni Trapattoni believes his Republic of Ireland side are beginning to grow as a team after their 2-0 defeat to Brazil at the Emirates Stadium last night.

The Irish missed out on a place at this summer’s World Cup finals following their controversial play-off defeat to France, but produced a determined display against the five-time world champions to provide Trapattoni with many positives as they prepare for their European Championship campaign.