What are Italy’s great strengths?

Faraj Bin Lahousin, Media365, published on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 8:12 pm.

What are the main weapons of Italy, the future opponent of the French XV in the World Cup? Danger may come from several areas in the field, some of which are unexpected.

Leader of Group A at the Rugby World Cup, the French XV is not certain of reaching the quarter-finals. A setback against Italy on Friday at the Groupama Stadium in Lyon (match starts at 9pm) and the adventure will end abruptly. Blues are definitely a big favorite. Due to their performance, but also thanks to their home advantage. However, as Fabien Galtier’s deputy, Laurent Labette, stated in a press conference: “Italy is a formidable opponent.” But what are the main weapons available to Squadra Azzurra?

Traditionally, this has not changed over time, The Italians are afraid in the melee. And in physical combat. The All Blacks also pointed to these two sectors of play, as well as the Italian fury that had to be contained during the first twenty minutes to destroy their desires. A goal achieved by the New Zealanders, who scored three tries to lead 21-3 in the 20th minute during their confrontation last Friday. A scenario that Fabien Galthie can draw inspiration from in his preparations. But reducing Italian forces to this strength would be a grave mistake. Under Kieran Crowley’s orders, the Transalpine Mountains expanded their range.

Italy is also full of three-quarters of the talent

It even became one of their brands developed by Italians Dynamic action game. This is what Ange Capuzzo, the No. 1 attacking element in Squadra Azzurra, symbolizes. However, the winger/full-back from Stade Toulousain is not the only midfielder capable of single-handedly changing the look of a match. Winger Montana Ioane, with his intelligence and fiery legs, will be one to watch closely. Just like Juan Ignacio Brix in the centre. This former rugby sevens player has support that is as confusing as his initiatives. And in a different register, two men we know well in the Top 14 can be devilish when we give them the freedom to express themselves.

Tommaso Allan from Perpignan and Paolo Garbisi from Montpellier are two talented players who play with very precise feet. During Italy’s first three World Cup matches, Kieran Crawley started playing together in order to have two captains on the pitch at the same time. Its integration is also perfect Alan is right-handed and Garbisi is left-handed. A bargain compared to the occupation gameessential in modern rugby.