Tag: Italy Rugby
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Schmidt’s ‘Rudderless’ Wallabies: What Must Change Before the Irish Test
Rudderless in Rome? Giteau’s verdict and what it means for the Wallabies The rugby world has been invited to a blunt assessment from a former Wallaby great who knows the pressures of Test rugby better than most. Matt Giteau described Joe Schmidt’s Ireland-style scrutiny as a lens through which Australia’s current form is contrastive, labeling…
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Springboks Triumph in Paris as France’s Discipline Crumbles; Italy Shocks Wallabies; England Edges Ahead
Springboks Overcome France in Paris The world champions, South Africa, staged a dramatic turnaround in Paris, rallying from 14-6 down to overpower France 32-17 in a bruising test that tested every facet of both teams. After a first-half where France looked to seize control, discipline and defensive pressure began to slip, allowing the Springboks to…
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Schmidt Funds New Wallabies Call-Ups as Italy Clash Looms: JOC Still Marginalized
Joe Schmidt’s rapid reshuffle boosts the Wallabies for Udine Joe Schmidt wasted little time in reshaping the Wallabies squad ahead of their pivotal Test against Italy in Udine. With the team needing a strong performance to steady a campaign that has tested them on several fronts, Schmidt has turned to a pair of experienced Super…
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Schmidt brings back big-name Wallabies ahead of tough Italy clash, JOC left waiting
Schmidt names a familiar spine as Wallabies prepare for Italy Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has moved quickly to reshape his squad for a crucial Test against Italy in Udine, bringing back a slew of high-profile names and signaling his intent to balance experience with the fresh energy of rising stars. The decision to reintegrate several…