In 2000, Italy became the sixth country of the Six Nations, which expanded the competition from its original Five Nations structure. They faced difficulties adjusting to the higher standard of play in their early years of the competition. As a result, they found it difficult to prevail over more experienced teams.
Over time, Italy worked to improve and emerged from the competition with some noteworthy triumphs, including victories over France and Scotland. This adds to the competition’s changing history and demonstrates their commitment to getting better and becoming more competitive in the Six Nations.
Italy, a rising force in the Six Nations competition, is known for its energy and enthusiasm. The team is made up of talented young players who challenge top teams, making it a constant threat.
Will Italy participate in the 2024 Six Nations? Of course!In the coming Championship, Italy will play three away games against Ireland, France, and Wales and two home games against England and Scotland.
Italy Six Nations 2024 fixtures
Date & Kick-of | Team | Venue | Match Center |
3 February 2024 | Round 1 Italy vs England | Stadio Olimpico, Rome | |
11 February 2024 | Round 2 Ireland vs Italy | Aviva Stadium, Dublin | |
25 February 2024 | Round 3 France vs Italy | Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Lille | |
9 March 2024 | Round 4 Italy vs Scotland | Stadio Olimpico, Rome | |
16 March 2024 | Round 5 Wales vs Italy | Millennium Stadium, Cardiff |
Italy Six Nations 2024 Squad
Predicted Italy Squad
- Pietro Ceccarelli
- Simone Ferrari
- Danilo Fischetti
- Marco Riccioni
- Juan Ignacio Brex
- Ange Capuozzo
- Matteo Minozzi
- Luca Rizzoli
- Federico Zani
- Edoardo Iachizzi
- Federico Ruzza
- Lorenzo Cannone
- Michele Lamaro
- Sebastian Negri
- Giovanni Pettinelli
- Jake Polledri
- Manuel Zuliani
- Tommaso Allan
- Edoardo Padovani
- Alessandro Fusco
- Alessandro Garbisi
- Riccardo Favretto
Coach: Gonzalo Quesada
FAQs
Why did Italy make so many losses over the years?
It was the last country to join the Six Nations Competition. The other nations had decades of experience and a more developed rugby culture unlike Italy. So Italy had to face strong competition from opposing teams.
Has Italy ever participated in any Six Nations games?
The team had a record of 12 wins, 92 losses, and one draw. Making it a total of 105 games since 2000.
Has England ever been beaten by Italy in Six Nations?
No, Italy has never defeated England in the Six Nations tournament.
Takeaway
Italy’s first match will be against England, at Stadio Olimpico, Rome. Watch out for Italy’s potential to surprise in the 2024 Six Nations.