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Guinness Six Nations 2019 Round 1 Predictions

SCOTLAND vs. ITALY

Townsend has never had it worse with injuries in his coaching career, but even when missing nearly a full match day 23, Gregor is spoiled with choices.

That shows you how much Scotland’s squad depth has come on in recent years. But just as much as Gregor’s has developed, so has
O’Shea’s Italian side.

Murrayfield has proven to be a fortress, but Italy have pulled off a shock in
Edinburgh before, something Scotland will be desperately keen to avoid if they are to challenge for the title.

Experience could be key here however, and despite a significantly powerful supply of Bennetton players, Glasgow and Edinburgh have been stronger, and experience and quality might just put a dampener on Italian hopes.

Predicted result: Scotland to win by 15+

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