🏉 What a game for Wales! Breaking a 15-game Six Nations losing streak, Wales delivered a stunning 31-17 victory over Italy at the Principality Stadium. The Italian media has described the defeat as “unforgivable,” especially after Italy’s historic win against England just last week.
Aaron Wainwright stole the show with two tries in the first half, and captain Dewi Lake added a third, setting the stage for a Welsh triumph. Dan Edwards also had a spectacular day, converting all the extras and even scoring a try himself, making it 31-0 before Italy managed to fight back.
Despite some late tries from Italy, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Welsh onslaught. The game marked an incredible turnaround for Wales, who claimed not just victory but also a coveted bonus point.
While Wales celebrated, Italian outlets were far from delighted. Corriere della Sera lamented how the Azzurri, fresh from their glory over England, couldn’t sustain their momentum. Their performance on the day was described as lacking discipline and spirit—traits that had illuminated their earlier games in this tournament.
La Gazzetta dello Sport echoed these sentiments, highlighting how Italy couldn’t complete what could have been a groundbreaking campaign. Despite their efforts towards the end, the Italians couldn’t recover from what had been a dominant Welsh display in the first 40 minutes.
Eurosport pointed to a “blackout” in the Italian side, where their previous successes seemed to drain their strength when it mattered most. The Azzurri will have to regroup and analyze where it all went wrong to come back stronger in the next competition.
A big congratulations to Wales for an unforgettable game and a sigh of relief as the losing streak is finally behind them! 🏆🐉✨ #SixNations #WalesWin #RugbyFamily