The Irish Times

Gerry Thornley: Italian rugby needs help as opposed to being cut adrift

The Azzurri now paying the price for the lack of an academy structure throughout the Noughties

Tue Feb 22 2022 - 06:00

Conan back under starter’s orders . . . Daly the ‘world-class’ centre . . . Stats don’t stack up

Sat Mar 20 2021 - 06:00

Italy’s 31st Six Nations defeat in a row saw them offer little resistance at Stadio Olimpico

Sat Mar 13 2021 - 17:03

Ireland were much quicker to adapt to referee Mathieu Raynal’s breakdown mantras

Sat Feb 27 2021 - 19:45

Andy Farrell’s team win their first match against ragged and ill-disciplined hosts

Sat Feb 27 2021 - 17:27

Return of Sexton and Ryan should help ensure a more clinical attacking display

Sat Feb 27 2021 - 06:00

For Andy Farrell’s side it’s a must-win, but Italy’s young guns could seize the moment

Tue Feb 23 2021 - 06:00

Italy kicked of their 2021 campaign by suffering a 28th consecutive Six Nations defeat

Sat Feb 06 2021 - 16:45

Wayne Pivac’s side ran three tries in the final 22 minutes in Llanelli

Sat Dec 05 2020 - 19:22