Italy XV and Scotland A Draw 24-24 in Thrilling Match
In a thrilling encounter, Italy XV and Scotland A battled to a 24-24 draw. The match featured intense kicking for possession, setting the tone from the start. Italy seized their first opportunity following a collapsed scrum from Scotland, showcasing an early attack but failing to capitalize as Scotland regained possession.
First Half Highlights
Scotland initially took control, making strong advances through their lineout. Rory Sutherland made an impressive run but lost possession near Italy’s try line. Italy responded with an attempt from Leonardo Migliori, which narrowly missed the target.
Scotland continued to press forward and finally broke through with a try from Gregor Hiddleston in the 17th minute, putting the score at 0-7. Italy quickly followed with a solid response, utilizing a powerful maul to score their first points in the 29th minute, equalizing at 7-7.
Before halftime, Italy pushed ahead again with a try from Nicholas Gasperini, making it 14-7. Scotland’s Kyle Rowe scored just before the break, bringing the score to 14-12 in favor of Italy.
Second Half Action
The second half began with Scotland on the offensive, and Cameron Redpath extended their lead to 14-19 with a try in the 48th minute. Italy wasn’t deterred, quickly countering with a try from Marcos Gallerini, reclaiming the lead at 21-19.
A penalty allowed Italy’s fly-half, Giovanni Montemauri, to score three additional points, pushing Italy’s advantage to 24-19 in the 54th minute. However, Scotland struck back with another try from Kyle Rowe in the 61st minute, leveling the match at 24-24.
Match Conclusion
As the match drew to a close, both teams fought for a winning score. Italy’s defense held strong against Scotland’s advances, especially following a yellow card against Italy. Despite Scotland’s efforts, including a near hat-trick for Rowe, the match ended in a well-deserved draw.
Match Statistics
| Team | Final Score | Tries | Yellow Cards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy XV | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| Scotland A | 24 | 4 | 1 |
Player Highlights
Player of the Match honors went to Marcos Gallerini for his influential performance. Italy’s lineup included key players like Mirko Belloni and Giulio Marini. Scotland featured notable athletes such as Kyle Rowe and Jonny Gray, showcasing the talent on both sides.
Attendance and Officials
The match was attended by approximately 2,500 spectators. Daniele Pompa officiated the match, with Gabriel Chirnoaga and Edoardo Pelliccioni serving as assistant referees.
This thrilling draw has set the stage for future clashes between these two fierce rivals in international rugby.
