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# germany - Tuesday 16 October, 2012

Trapattoni pleased with young players and confident Ireland are back on track

The Italian dismissed further speculation on his coaching future and proclaimed ‘a golden goal’ for Marc Wilson.

Faroes v Ireland: That one’s for Trap, says James McCarthy

The Wigan midfielder was the stand-out performer as Ireland got the job done in Torshavn.

As it happened: Faroe Islands v Ireland, World Cup qualifier

Ireland expected three points in Torshavn… could Trap deliver and save his job?

Infographic: here’s how Trap’s record compares with past Ireland managers’

The Boys in Green face the Faroe Islands with some reports suggesting the Italian will be sacked whatever the result in Torshavn.

# germany - Monday 15 October, 2012

‘I’ve crossed the Alps barefoot and overcome most difficult situations in my career’ – Trap vows to soldier on

The Italian had a series of questions about his future thrown at him in Torshavn today.

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Faroes boss expecting Irish backlash

“I am sure we will have a very tough game tomorrow,” Lars Olsen added. Don’t patronise us, Faroe Islands.

Germany more unified than at Euro 2012, says Lahm

The trip to Dublin seems to have a galvanising effect for the Germans.

Eamon Dunphy: Trapattoni is ‘taking us for a ride’

“The FAI have a big decision to make and if they don’t make the right decision — which is to pay him off and get a better manager — the consequences will be dire”

Stephen Kelly persuaded to board Faroes flight after management bust-up – reports

The Fulham defender was ultimately persuaded to leave for Vagar ahead of tomorrow night’s game.

Opinion: It’s Trap, and not the players, who is to blame for Ireland’s problems

There was a sense of deja vu about recent criticisms leveled at Giovanni Trapattoni, writes Paul Fennessy.

# germany - Sunday 14 October, 2012

Germany’s Reus aims to tame Swedes, Lahm says the Ireland match was ‘fun’

Meanwhile, Germany team manager Oliver Bierhoff has admitted the Ireland game was easier than expected.

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‘Ah here, leave it out’ – spoof video of Ireland-Germany game created

Irish football fans at last have a reason to be cheerful, thanks to this hilarious parody.

Robbie Keane declared fit to travel to Faroes, Keogh ruled out

Keane seems to have recovered from a knock that kept him out of the Germany game.

# germany - Saturday 13 October, 2012

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‘Our aim is not Germany, our aim is Sweden and Austria’ declares Trapattoni

“Every player loses many, many games,” trumpeted the Irish manager.

‘Trapattoni has to do the right thing and step away’ – Cunningham

Meanwhile, Kevin Kilbane, who played under Trap, also believes he should resign.

Trapattoni to make Sunday call on Robbie Keane’s fitness ahead of Faroes clash

The Italian also revealed that he would make two or three changes following the 6-1 defeat to Germany.

Low pleased by German presence

“As far as the Sweden game is concerned, I expect they will be working altogether unlike the Irish team,” the German coach said after last night’s 6-1 win.

Here’s what Roy Keane thought of last night’s Ireland-Germany game

Keane was less than pleased, as Ireland were taught a harsh footballing lesson by their German counterparts.

‘I am proud of these players’ – Trap insists he has no intention of leaving

The Irish boss believes his side will recover from the 6-1 defeat last night.

World Cup qualifying wrap: Heavyweights bare their teeth

There were comprehensive wins for Spain, England and Holland this evening.

# germany - Friday 12 October, 2012

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Poll: Is it time for Giovanni Trapattoni to step down as Ireland manager?

It was an embarrassing night for Irish football. Should the Italian coach now resign?

House of horrors: 5 things we learned from Ireland v Germany

Doomed tactics, German efficiency and a thankless task: here are some of the talking points from Ireland’s night of pain.

Trap hails ‘physically superior’ Germans after defeat

Giovanni Trapattoni thinks Germany may have scored more had he not played three men in midfield.

‘That wasn’t the way to lose a game,’ admits crestfallen O’Shea

The Ireland player also described tonight’s match as “a massive humiliation”.

Player ratings: here’s how we rated the Boys in Green

It was a grim night in the Aviva Stadium. Here’s how each player’s performance measured up.

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Here’s how Twitter reacted to Ireland v Germany

The site’s users were unsurprisingly scathing in their assessment of Ireland’s 6-1 hammering tonight.

As it happened: Ireland v Germany, World Cup qualifier

Could Trap’s side get a result against the odds tonight?

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Ireland v Germany: 3 key battles in tonight’s match

Ireland will need very strong performances in certain areas of the field if they are to earn a positive result tonight.

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Ireland v Germany: The past five meetings between the sides

Need a dose of optimism ahead of tonight’s game? Our recent record reads: one win, three draws and one defeat.

Loew rejects claims of squad unrest

The German coach is preparing his team of stars for their Aviva Stadium bow this evening.

Pic of the day: Banner in memory of Irish supporter James Nolan

Supporters group You Boys In Green will unfurl the banner at tonight’s clash of Ireland and Germany at the Aviva Stadium.

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German foreign minister to visit Turkey for Syria talks: embassy

Germany will enter discussions on the steady deterioration of relations between Syria and Turkey, following deadly airstrikes.

Team talk: O’Shea focused on collective responsibility

“It’s not just about one individual tomorrow for a game like this; it’s about the whole team.”

‘We’re prepared for Ireland’s physical threat’ – Jogi Loew

He also says there will be an “electric atmosphere” at the Aviva Stadium tonight.

Don’t touch that dial… here’s the sport on TV this weekend

Get your feet up, sports fan. You (possibly) deserve it.

Loew backing Klose and Schweinsteiger to marshal away win

The Germany boss is looking for leaders when his side take to the pitch at Lansdowne Road tonight.

World Cup qualifier preview: German test sends Trapattoni back to drawing board

Jogi Loew’s young side provide the top-class opposition.

Friday night lights ‘an opportunity’ for young Irish stars, says Giovanni Trapattoni

Trap is looking for ‘new energy’ ahead of tonight’s crucial World Cup qualifier.

# germany - Thursday 11 October, 2012

Irish Under-19s get off to flying Euro qualifiers start with win over Luxembourg

Aston Villa striker Mikey Drennan bagged a hat-trick in a comprehensive away win.