Versatility is key, says Italy coach

ITALY remain optimistic of making the knockout stages for the first time and are targeting points in their World Cup opener against Australia next week.

“Australians play a solid, pack game and apply high pressure. It could be a good test match for us and getting our game correct will mean we will have a chance to get points,” lock Carlo Del Fava said yesterday.

Italy’s South African-born defence coach Omar Mouneimne said the team would require versatility if they wanted to secure anything from their Albany opener.