Boasting the best record in Serie A history, Trapattoni won trophies with Juventus and Internazionale before moving to Germany to take charge of Bayern Munich.

After a spell at Fiorentina, he took the Italy role following the resignation of Dino Zoff.

Trapattoni remained in charge despite a disappointing 2002 World Cup when Italy went out in the second round. Their Euro 2004 qualifying campaign was also far from convincing.

Trapattoni admits to having a cautious approach, avoiding too many risks and placing the emphasis on results.