Italians vow to ‘ fight like warriors’

ITALY winger Nicola Mazzucato insists his side will “fight like warriors” against Ireland and look to build on their momentous victory over Scotland a fortnight ago.

Lansdowne Road could be an intimidating arena today but Mazzucato, 28, believes the Italians have a new-found confidence.

Italy will be looking for a historic double coup as they have never won two RBS 6 Nations games in a single season and have never tasted victory away from Rome.