Lippi back in as Donadoni makes post Euro-2008 exit

ROME: Marcello Lippi has been announced as the new Italy coach following the termination of Roberto Donadoni's contract in the wake of the team's Euro 2008 quarterfinal exit.

Lippi, who led Italy to the 2006 World Cup in Germany before he resigned, has been linked with the position following the penalty shoot-out defeat to Spain in Vienna and returned to the role following a meeting with Italian FA, (FIGC) president Giancarlo Abete.

Since the victory in Berlin Lippi has not accepted any of the numerous roles offered to him, preferring to work for Sky Sports Italia and recharge his batteries on the Tuscan coast.