Italy hit by double injury blow

Italy’s preparations for their trip to England in the RBS 6 Nations have been hit by the withdrawal of two key players.

Wed, 07 Feb, 2007 - 15:51

Italy’s preparations for their trip to England in the RBS 6 Nations have been hit by the withdrawal of two key players.

On the eve of their departure for London to face the world champions at Twickenham, flanker Mauro Bergamasco and centre Andrea Masi have been ruled out through injury.

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Courts Rugby Heathrow Place: England Place: London Place: Twickenham Person: Mauro Bergamasco Person: Andrea Masi Person: Robert Barber Person: Matteo Pratichetti Event: RBS Organisation: Italy Organisation: Parma Organisation: Calvisano

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