Round one of Europe’s premier Rugby tournament, the Six Nations Championship. Will kick off on 3/02/2018 as Wales welcomes Scotland in Cardiff. The tournament will run for seven weekends with the crowning game in March. And the tournament’s previous winner England start their this season journey through facing with Italy. Already the pre-match excitement starts amazingly. And hope England v Italy 6 Nations Rugby February 4 Game Odds will also help you to cope up with those exciting crowd across the world.
Tickets booked for Italy vs England in Rome for 2018 Six nations! First England Rugby match and first trip to Italy 🏉🌹🐝
— Craig Barker (@CBarker94) May 25, 2017
England v Italy 6 Nations Rugby February 4 Odds
The second day, February 4, of the tournament will see England embark on their third consecutive title tilt, as they visit the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, to face Italy. Whereas, Italy would be looking to change history which is dark on their part.
What is the Time, Date, Venue for the Game Day?
- Kick-Off: 3:00 pm GMT
- Date: February 4, 2018
- Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome
- Referee: Mathieu Raynal
- TV: ITV, BBC
- Online TV: ENG v Italy Rugby Live Stream 2018
ENG v Italy 2017 Tournament
After a successful 2017 in which they won the 2017 Six Nations Rugby Championship, Europe’s rugby kings England are the obvious favorites. The stakes are high for them and so is the spirit. On the other side struggling Italy will be looking to revenge after they lost 36-15 to England in the 2017 championship in Twickenham, London.
Are Italy break the jinx on their home ground?
A game in which they were the stronger team in the early stages. Italy has met England in 23 championship ties all of which England have won. Italy will have the 24th chance to break this jinx. Are they up to the task? Or will they let the ever getting better England to wreak havoc at the Stadio Olimpico in their capital? England v Italy 6 Nations Rugby 4th February 2018 Game Odds will answer well prior to the game
England Players to Look Out
Players to look out for… Englands coach Jones will not name his squad until 18/01/2017. However, he picked a 34 man team for a 2-day training in Brighton. Some notable names. From the squad include Maro Itoje who is returning to fitness from injury. Gary Graham, former Scotland under 20 flankers and Ben Obano are some of the surprises from the list.
Italian Thirsty Focused Rookies
Italy coach Conor O’Shea will be looking to his star players like Sergio Parisse, Luke McLean, Leonardo Ghiraldini to produce an extraordinary performance for them to have the smallest of chances.
Red Rose and Azzurri Last Five Battle
2017 championship Twickenham, February 26, England 36-15 Italy. 2016 Championship Stadio Olimpico, February 14, Italy 9-40 ENG. 2015 Championship Twickenham, February 14, ENG 47-17 Italy. 2014 Championship Stadio Olimpico, March 15, Italy 11-52 England. 2013 Championship Twickenham, March 10, ENG 18-11 Italy.
Can I get the overall stats of their game?
Yes obviously, here is the possible stats that you may search for.
It is obvious Italy has got a lot of work to do. Italy has lost all their rugby six nations championship ties against England- 23 in total. England biggest win in the tournament of 80-23 was against Italy. England has won a whopping 89 out of 122 games played since 1992. Italy has won only 12 in the same period.
Most Awaited Prediction
From the stats and current form and history, it seems almost impossible for Italy to snatch a win. Actually, England is clear favorites and it’s up to Italy to prove us wrong. So, England v Italy 6 Nations Rugby February 4 Game Odds goes in the favor of England.
What about their 2017 Game?
Just take a while and have look at the England vs Italy 36-15 Highlights in RBS 6 Nations 2017.
Twitter News
Todd Blackadder warns England against rushing Sam Underhill back from concussion for Six Nations https://t.co/Zgmrnm4eML via @telegraphrugby #rugbyunited
— #rugbyengland (@RugbyEng) January 4, 2018
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