Italian areas of improvement

Clinical finishing

The Italians will rue the missed chances today as they had Ireland on the ropes, especially in the first half. With some dangerous runners there's the ability there to be more competitive.

Consistency

The 1st half will inspire Conor O'Shea but Italy have been found out at the top level by not showing the consistency required to win games. It will be of huge frustration for the Italian's as they watch their team capable of a first half performance like today, but a dismal one vs Scotland 3 weeks ago.

Sharp shooter off the tee

Italy missed four kicks off the tee today, with Tomasso Allan recording a 40% kick rate. 10 points were missed from the tee, something in a game a fine margins as today, a crucial amount to miss.