Post match interviews: Gonzalo Queseda, Louis Lynagh

After a morale boosting win over Scotland last week, Italy showed that they are tough tough as nails as they almost scored a win over Ireland earlier today. The Italians held a 10-5 lead at the break, before the Irish rallied back in the second half to secure a 20-13 win. Head coach Gonzalo Queseda spoke to the media after the match and had this to say:

Gonzalo Queseda keeps his head held high after Italy's valiant performance against Ireland 🗣️pic.twitter.com/N6WhwpdHiZ

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Louis Lynagh aslo gave his thoughts after the loss. See below:

Positive vibes only from Louis Lynagh 🗣️pic.twitter.com/gsJskl8bIh

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