Meanwhile, with Tuesday's big match against hosts South Korea looming the Italian FA have launched an official complaint to Fifa following the pre-match training session at the Daejon stadium.

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In the end, it was temporary option Di Matteo who delivered the famous trophy, and despite also guiding the team to FA Cup glory, the Italian coach must wait to find out if he will be appointed on a permanent basis.

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"We are happy to be in the final of the FA Cup, " said the Italian, who is in his first season in English football.

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Richards said he did not object to Capello's candidacy but felt the FA should have waited for its board members to meet in person rather than discussing the Italian's merits via a conference call.

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