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As Ireland and Italy prepare to clash in the Six Nations on February 14, 2026, the upcoming matchup at home for Ireland promises to be a fascinating contest. Historical supremacy leans heavily in favor of the Irish, who have demonstrated a strong tactical framework characterized by robust forward play and dynamic backline execution. However, Ireland’s recent form shows a concerning trend, having lost their most recent outing, raising questions about their consistency and morale.
Italy, on the other hand, arrives with a recent victory, hinting at a potential shift in momentum. The Italians have been focusing on aggressive defense and quick counterattacks, which could exploit any weaknesses in Ireland’s setup. Despite their recent win, Italy remains the underdog in this matchup, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 1.04 for Ireland and 10.88 for Italy.
As both teams gear up for this crucial encounter, it will be essential for Ireland to regain their winning mentality and dominant home advantage, while Italy looks to capitalize on any slip-ups. The game promises to be closely fought, with the potential for surprises given both teams’ current trajectories. A definitive outcome remains uncertain, making it an intriguing fixture for rugby fans and bettors alike.
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| Ireland 88.1% |
Draw 2.4% |
Italy 9.5% |
Outrights of Six Nations Ireland: 2.8% Italy: 0.98%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.05 | 35 | 9.2 | |
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1.05 | 46 | 13 | |
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1.06 | 34 | 9 | |
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1.07 | 34.05 | 10.26 | |
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1.05 | 41 | 9 |
Latest Results
| 05.02.26 France rugby – Ireland rugby – 36:14 22.11.25 Ireland rugby – South Africa rugby – 13:24 15.11.25 Ireland rugby – Australia rugby – 46:19 08.11.25 Ireland rugby – Japan rugby – 41:10 01.11.25 Ireland rugby – New Zealand rugby – 13:26 |
07.02.26 Italy rugby – Scotland rugby – 18:15 22.11.25 Italy rugby – Chile rugby – 34:19 15.11.25 Italy rugby – South Africa rugby – 14:32 08.11.25 Italy rugby – Australia rugby – 26:19 12.07.25 South Africa rugby – Italy rugby – 45:0 |
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Latest Head To Head
| 15.03.25 Italy rugby – Ireland rugby – 17:22 11.02.24 Ireland rugby – Italy rugby – 36:0 05.08.23 Ireland rugby – Italy rugby – 33:17 25.02.23 Italy rugby – Ireland rugby – 20:34 27.02.22 Ireland rugby – Italy rugby – 57:6 |
Standings
2025
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | France | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 218:93 | 21 |
| 2 | England | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 179:105 | 20 |
| 3 | Ireland | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 135:117 | 19 |
| 4 | Scotland | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 115:131 | 11 |
| 5 | Italy | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 106:188 | 5 |
| 6 | Wales | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 76:195 | 3 |
Six Nations Outrights
1. France: 1.53 (62.05%)
2. England: 3.04 (31.28%)
3. Ireland: 34 (2.8%)
4. Scotland: 39.83 (2.39%)
5. Italy: 97 (0.98%)
6. Wales: 192 (0.5%)
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