Italy vs. Ireland Betting Analysis and Prediction

Ireland will be hoping to keep their Grand Slam dream alive this coming weekend, as the Rugby 6 Nations schedule sees them travel to Rome. In truth, they already look like a solid bet on rugby to finish the campaign with five wins from five. They sit top of the Six Nations standings after picking up back-to-back wins.

The Irish will be heavy favorites in Italy vs Ireland betting this weekend, and many will be looking for some value Rugby 6 Nations picks for the game in Rome. You can find out Rugby 6 Nations predictions for this third-round match at the Stadio Olimpico here.

Italy vs. Ireland Information

Italy vs Ireland

Location: Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy.

Date and Time: Saturday, February 25, 2023. 9:15 AM ET.

How To Watch: Peacock | https://livestreamsports.co/

Italy vs. Ireland Recent Scores

This weekend’s clash will be the 35th overall meeting between Ireland and Italy. The Irish boast an extremely dominant record in the previous meetings, having won 30 times. Italy has recorded three of their four wins with home advantage, but their latest win over the Irish was recorded back in March 2013.

Since then, Ireland has won all 12 meetings between the sides. Their latest visit to Rome resulted in a 48-10 win, while the Irish were commanding 57-6 winners in the Six Nation clash between the sides last year.

Italy vs. Ireland Betting Analysis

Italy Facts To Know

It has been a long time since Italy failed to finish in any position in the standings other than the bottom. However, there is a real chance this year that they could finish at least fifth in the Six Nations standings. The Italians have already picked up a point in the Six Nations this year, which is enough to see them sit a place above the Welsh in the standings.

However, slipped to a second straight defeat in the competition in their previous game. Ultimately, they were edged out by England at Twickenham, with defensive mistakes proving costly in London. Still, Italy’s attacking play was able to pose serious questions of the Roses, and Marco Riccioni and Alessandro Fusco scored tries to add some respectability to the final result.

There is little doubt that the Italian attack is vibrant at present, and that is highlighted by the fact that they have already scored 38 points in the competition this season. The Italians have also scored double the number of tries than Wales, and has scored just one fewer than France.

Ireland Facts To Know

There is no great surprise that the traveling side is favored in Italy vs Ireland betting with the leading rugby betting sportsbooks. The Irish are the top-ranked side in the world of rugby, and they look set to complete the Grand Slam this term, barring any major slip-ups between now and the end of the campaign.

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