Giovanni Trapattoni became the latest manager to take charge of another country's national team on Wednesday when he was appointed Republic of Ireland boss.

Smartly-dressed, urbane foreigners waltzing into national FA headquarters are a sign of the game's ever-increasing globalisation. England and Scotland have both had a continental head coach in recent years, while European coaching talent is widespread among African nations.

Delving into the history of 'outsiders' who have taken the top job on foreign soil uncovers some surprising success stories. However, as Scotland fans will know only too well, the consequences can also be pretty horrendous.

Here Orange uncovers the best, worst and most bizarre appointments of non-indigenous international managers. You can send in your thoughts on the whole issue by clicking here.

By Mike Dale and Clayton Davis