Why Saint Trap is due an apology and Evertonians should not turn on their own

I hope those Irish fans who have given Giovanni ­Trapattoni stick for his style of play will now send him an apology. Taking his squad to a ­European Championship finals is a massive achievement.

Why Saint Trap is due an apology and protesting Evertonians are true Blues not traitors

I hope those Irish fans who have given Giovanni ­Trapattoni stick for his style of play will now send him an apology. Taking his squad to a ­European Championship finals is a massive achievement.

Euro 2012 Nations A team by team preview - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Update: Groups Draw details and the official match ball of Euro 2012 added. Scroll down to view.

With the 16 teams competing in Euro 2012 now selected and the qualifying process complete, all eyes look to Poland and Ukraine as time ticks down.

How 'stupid and suicidal' Trap silenced bigmouth Dunphy

I know a few Irish fans who aren't happy with the way Giovanni Trapattoni has them playing. Too obsessed with playing for a draw, they say. But if he gets a draw in Estonia next month and follows it with victory in Dublin that takes the Republic to the Euros, you won't hear a word said against him.

Three Key Matches In Final Round Of Euro 2012 Qualifying - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

After more than a year of matches, the group stage of UEFA Euro 2012 qualifying is down to its final two matchdays. Co-hosts Poland and Ukraine, reigning European and world champions Spain, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands are all set for next summer's tournament, but by Tuesday evening, we'll know who the other six automatic qualifiers are, along with the eight sides who'll duke it out in two-legged playoffs in November for the final four spots.