Italy coach Lippi pleased with Euro 2012 qualifying draw

Italy coach Marcello Lippi is satisfied with their Euro 2012 qualifying draw.

Italy have drawn Northern Ireland, Serbia, Slovenia, Estonia and Faroe Islands in their group.

Lippi said: "Italy have a balanced group with Serbia and Slovenia, both of which will compete in the World Cup.

"There is also the benefit of being in a group of six teams. Other groups are more difficult, like that of England."

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