Parling says winning Ireland game was crucial
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsGeoff Parling stated it was crucial England beat Ireland in their final warm-up match to ensure they had momentum heading into the World Cup opener against Fiji.
Warm-up games vital despite injury risks - Castrogiovanni
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comWarm-up matches are necessary despite the risk of injuries that could end players' dream of playing in the Rugby World Cup, according to Italy's Martin Castrogiovanni.
Italy face tough World Cup task
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comItaly have yet to reach the knockout stages of a Rugby World Cup and it will be a major surprise if they emerge as one of the two quarterfinal qualifiers from a pool also featuring Ireland and France
2019 RWC could be moved from Japan
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby boss Brett Gosper hasn’t ruled out the 2019 Rugby World Cup being moved from Japan to one of Italy or South Africa.Concerns over the 2019 tournament continue after recent plans regarding...
Bacchin replaces Morisi in Italy squad
1 decade ago by Super Sport.comItaly coach Jacques Brunel has named centre Enrico Bacchin as injured centre Luca Morisi's replacement in their World Cup squad, the Italian Rugby Federation said on Thursday.
Masi: Italy must beat France
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsAndrea Masi believes Italy's World Cup fate could be decided by the result of their opening match against RBS 6 Nations rivals France.
Masi: Italy must beat France
1 decade ago by RBS 6 NationsAndrea Masi believes Italy's World Cup fate could be decided by the result of their opening match against RBS 6 Nations rivals France.
New blow for Italy as Luca Morisi is ruled out of the World Cup
1 decade ago by The TimesThe list of casualties from the World Cup warm-up match between Wales and Italy last weekend continued to grow this...
Italy's Morisi to miss World Cup
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsItaly centre Luca Morisi is ruled out of the Rugby World Cup because of a torn ligament in his right knee.
How Wales will cope with the loss of Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb?
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldA disjointed performance against Italy, paled into insignificance after the serious injuries to Rhys Webb and Leigh Halfpenny. So can Wales cope?Missing you already: Leigh Halfpenny's loss has been keenly...
