Doak makes two changes to Ireland U20s side for Italy clash

Scrumhalf Will Wootton starts along with Alex Usanov, while Connacht’s Éanna McCarthy again captains the side.

Ireland head coach Neil Doak, left, and Alex Usanov after the World Rugby U20 Championship 2025 Pool C match between Ireland and Georgia. Pic: Roberto Bregani/Sportsfile

Ireland head coach Neil Doak has side for Friday’s clash with hosts Italy in the World Rugby U20 Championship

The game takes place at 7.30pm (Irish time) in Stadio Luigi Zaffanella in Viadana.