Wales achieved their first Six Nations victory since 2023 with a 31-17 win over Italy in Cardiff on Saturday.
With this victory, their dropping streak within the match, which began earlier than the final World Cup, ended at 15.
It is a important second for Welsh rugby, which has seen a steep decline over the previous three years. This match shall be an enormous weight off the shoulders of gamers and followers throughout the nation after a troublesome interval for competitors on the nationwide and worldwide stage.
“It was a really emotional day. Victory within the Six Nations has been a very long time coming,” Wales head coach Tandy stated after scoring his second success in 9 video games as Wales head coach.
“I am happy with what this group has dropped at the desk. I’ve at all times stated need, physicality and work ethic have by no means been a difficulty with this group.
“I feel it is simply them realizing how far they will go together with their work ethic and bodily power. I am not going to lie, the final 10 minutes felt actually lengthy and I feel they dragged on slightly bit.”
The hosts dominated the primary half. A double from No. 8 Aaron Wainwright, a attempt from captain Dewi Lake and three conversions from Dan Edwards’ boot gave Wales a 21-0 lead at half-time.
Edwards scored his personal attempt, this one shortly after the restart, and Italy lastly received on the scoresheet.
Martino Di Bartolomeo crossed for the guests and a yellow card for Wales prop Archie Griffin helped Italy get again into the sport.
Tommaso Allan added Italy’s second purpose with 20 minutes remaining, and Monti Ioane appeared to have scored a 3rd, however he was adjudged to have been dragged into contact by Elis Mee earlier than grounding the ball into the nook.
Minutes later, Italy appeared like they’d scored once more with a purpose from Leonardo Marin, however his shot was additionally canceled out for a knock-on.
Paolo Garbisi scored a 3rd attempt for the guests, however it was too little, too late as Wales held on for the victory they’d earned.
