The upcoming Wales vs Italy match in Cardiff presents an exciting conclusion to the 2024 Six Nations tournament. Two years ago, Italy achieved an extraordinary victory over Wales in the Welsh capital, and now the two teams are preparing to compete once again. With both teams eager to avoid the Wooden Spoon, the stakes are high for this highly anticipated showdown.
Under the leadership of Gonzalo Queseda, Italy will take on Wales led by Warren Gatland, who has recently replaced Wayne Pivac. Despite losing all of their previous games, Wales managed to earn three bonus points for their efforts against Scotland and England. Conversely, Italy secured a draw against France and a victory against Scotland, putting them in a better position with seven points.
In a statement leading up to the match, Gatland emphasized the importance of the game for Wales, expressing their determination to avoid finishing at the bottom of the table. He acknowledged the quality of Italy’s players and their ability to capitalize on opportunities. Nonetheless, Gatland highlighted Wales’ readiness to rise to the challenge and emphasized the team’s focus on delivering a top-notch performance and performing consistently in crucial moments.
Here are the key details about the match:
Kick-off Time and TV Channel:
The match is set to kick off at 2:15pm on Saturday, March 16, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Viewers can watch the action live on BBC One and S4C, with coverage starting at 1:45pm and 1:30pm respectively. For those who prefer streaming, the game can be streamed live via S4C’s Clic app or BBC iPlayer, provided a TV licence and account set up with the broadcasters.
Team News:
With five changes to the team that faced France, Wales will see the return of George North, Nick Tompkins, Alex Mann, and Dafydd Jenkins. Meanwhile, Italy will miss the presence of Ange Capuozzo due to an injury, with Louis Lynagh set to earn his second cap for the Azzurri. The full team lists have been announced for both sides, setting the stage for an exciting clash between the two teams.
As Wales seeks redemption from past defeats and Italy aims to build on recent successes for a strong finish in the tournament, fans eagerly anticipate this thrilling showdown. All eyes will be on Cardiff this Saturday as Wales and Italy go head to head.