Italy

'I'm Truly Excited': Italy Stalwart Tommaso Allan Returns Home with Zebre Parma Move

Tommaso Allan, Italy's second-highest Test points scorer with 89 caps, has confirmed a move from Top 14 club Perpignan to Zebre Parma for the 2026/27 season. The 33-year-old fly-half and full-back said the chance to bring his family back to Italy and join a club built around young Italian talent made the decision an easy one.

Rugby Union · 4/25/2026

'I Don't Think I Was as Effective': Schmidt Opens Up on the Les Kiss Wallabies Handover

Outgoing Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt reveals his nightly conversations with incoming boss Les Kiss and why he refuses to linger in the job past the July tests against Ireland, France and Italy.

Rugby Union · 3/26/2026

'Stick With Your On-Field Decision': Nigel Owens Breaks Down the Six Nations TMO Mess

Former Test referee Nigel Owens has delivered his verdict on the Six Nations' two most contested refereeing decisions, arguing that the TMO intervened outside protocol in England's loss to France and that Italy's try against Wales should have stood with a penalty only — while warning that advantage law consistency is becoming rugby's next grey area.

Rugby Union · 3/24/2026

Wales Deliver at Principality Stadium to See Off Italy in Six Nations

Wales claimed a home win over Italy at Principality Stadium in the 2026 Six Nations, finishing first ahead of the visitors in a straightforward final classification. The result underlined Wales’ ability to convert home advantage into victory, while Italy were left unable to overturn the expected order away from home.

Rugby · 3/15/2026

Italy Seize the Moment at the Stadio Olimpico to Finish Ahead of England

Italy finished ahead of England at the Stadio Olimpico in the Six Nations 2026, with the home side classified first and England second. The result underlined Italy’s ability to make home advantage count in Rome and marked a significant championship success against one of the tournament’s traditional powers.

Rugby · 3/8/2026

Ireland in Command as Six Nations Title Race Tightens Behind Them

Ireland lead the 2024 Six Nations standings with a perfect 20 points from four wins, sitting eight clear of Scotland and England on 12. Their consistency has made them overwhelming favourites for the title, while the battle behind them is finely balanced, with Scotland, England, France and Italy separated by just one point from second to fifth. England’s three wins but modest points total highlight the importance of bonus points, while Italy’s 11-point return marks notable progress. Wales remain bottom on four points after a difficult campaign.

Rugby · 6/15/2024

Ireland Crowned Six Nations Champions as Ruthless Grand Slam Charge Leaves Rivals Chasing

Ireland won the 2023 Six Nations with a perfect five wins from five and 27 points, finishing seven clear of second-placed France. France’s 20-point campaign was strong but not enough to match Ireland’s consistency, while Scotland impressed in third on 15 points. England finished a disappointing fourth on 10, ahead of Wales on six, with Italy bottom on one point. The championship was ultimately defined by Ireland’s control, bonus-point efficiency and sustained form across all five rounds.

Rugby · 6/15/2023

Six Nations 2022: Wide-Open Title Race Begins as Traditional Powers Start Level

All six teams begin the 2022 Six Nations level on zero points, leaving the title race completely open. France and Ireland look well equipped to mount strong campaigns, England have the depth to challenge if they find early form, Wales bring proven tournament resilience, Scotland have upset potential if they can sustain consistency, and Italy could still influence the championship despite being outsiders.

Rugby · 6/15/2022