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The Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Italy on 1 April appears likely to be played in Bari.
The Football Association of Ireland says that it has received "informal confirmation" that the qualifier will take place at the Stadio San Nicola.
However, Republic fans have been urged not to make any travel arrangements until any official announcement.
The Italian Federation has until 5 January to confirm the venue for the Group Eight game.
The Bari stadium has a 58,000 capacity.
Rome appears to have been ruled out because the Stadio Olimpico is required for the Champions League final six weeks later.
Other cities have also been mooted but it appears that the Italian Federation has plumped for Bari.
Only three internationals have been played in Bari - most recently Italy's 2-0 win over Scotland in April 2007 in a Euro 2008 qualifier.
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