Italy Shuffles Squad for Six Nations Showdown

Italy has added two players to its squad for the upcoming Six Nations match against France. Scrumhalf Stephen Varney is out due to injury, while Martin Page-Relo and Giulio Bertaccini return. Juan Ignacio Brex remains absent for personal reasons.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Rome | Updated: 17-02-2026 00:59 IST | Created: 17-02-2026 00:59 IST
Italy Shuffles Squad for Six Nations Showdown
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Italy has made strategic changes to its squad ahead of the crucial Six Nations match against France this Sunday. Scrumhalf Stephen Varney, unfortunately, has not recovered from his injury and will miss the clash.

Martin Page-Relo makes his return following an injury that sidelined him for the opening two matches against Scotland and Ireland. He steps in for Varney, aiming to bolster the team's performance.

Additionally, centre Giulio Bertaccini joins the squad, with Juan Ignacio Brex staying absent due to personal matters. The Italian Rugby Federation announced that Varney will continue rehabilitation with his club and Italian medical staff.

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