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Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless work rate and a second-half try that helped break the game open.

Watch the highlights of France's clinical second-half performance against Italy in the Women's Six Nations:

The Italian side suffered from a "misfiring" lineout that prevented them from building attacking momentum, eventually settling for a late consolation try by Gaia Buso. Other 2026 Matchups

In addition to their rugby clash, the two nations have faced off in other major women's sporting events recently:

While France and Italy are both currently competing in UEFA World Cup qualification, they are in separate groups. France is currently fighting for the top spot in Group A3, recently tying 1-1 with the Netherlands, while Italy is in Group A1, coming off a 0-0 draw with Denmark.

France and Italy recently met on April 11, 2026, in the opening round of the rugby championship. France secured a dominant 40-7 victory at the Stade des Alpes in Grenoble, powered by a five-try second-half surge that overwhelmed the Italian defense. France 40-7 Italy (Rugby Union)

Italy pulled off a convincing 4-1 victory over France on February 5, 2026, during the preliminary round of the Milano Cortina games. Italy outshot France 46-15 in front of a packed home crowd, with goals from Kayla Tutino, Rebecca Roccella, Matilde Fantin, and Kristin Della Rovere.

France W Vs. Italy W Apr 2026

Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless work rate and a second-half try that helped break the game open.

Watch the highlights of France's clinical second-half performance against Italy in the Women's Six Nations: France W vs. Italy W

The Italian side suffered from a "misfiring" lineout that prevented them from building attacking momentum, eventually settling for a late consolation try by Gaia Buso. Other 2026 Matchups Named "Player of the Match" for her relentless

In addition to their rugby clash, the two nations have faced off in other major women's sporting events recently: France is currently fighting for the top spot

While France and Italy are both currently competing in UEFA World Cup qualification, they are in separate groups. France is currently fighting for the top spot in Group A3, recently tying 1-1 with the Netherlands, while Italy is in Group A1, coming off a 0-0 draw with Denmark.

France and Italy recently met on April 11, 2026, in the opening round of the rugby championship. France secured a dominant 40-7 victory at the Stade des Alpes in Grenoble, powered by a five-try second-half surge that overwhelmed the Italian defense. France 40-7 Italy (Rugby Union)

Italy pulled off a convincing 4-1 victory over France on February 5, 2026, during the preliminary round of the Milano Cortina games. Italy outshot France 46-15 in front of a packed home crowd, with goals from Kayla Tutino, Rebecca Roccella, Matilde Fantin, and Kristin Della Rovere.