Ireland's World Cup bid back on track after win over Italy

Following a surprise opening round reversal to Spain, Adam Griggs’ side simply had to win in order to keep alive their hopes of reaching next year’s delayed finals

Dorothy Wall in action during the Rugby World Cup 2022 Europe Qualifying Tournament match between Italy and Ireland. Picture: Roberto Bregani/Sportsfile

Italy 7 Ireland 15

Ireland reignited their World Cup qualifying campaign with an eight-point victory against Italy at a sun-drenched Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi in Parma this afternoon.