Italy v Scotland Six Nations Hospitality 2026

 

The Italy vs. Scotland rivalry in the Guinness Six Nations Championship has been an exciting and competitive fixture, though Scotland has generally had the upper hand in this encounter. Here’s an overview of their history in the Six Nations:

🏉 Head-to-Head Record

As of the latest fixtures, Scotland holds the advantage over Italy in their Six Nations encounters.

• Total matches played: Over 20 times in the Six Nations since Italy joined the tournament in 1995.

• Scotland’s victories: Scotland has won the majority of these encounters, but Italy has also shown progress, especially in more recent years.

Notable Results:

• First Encounter: The first Six Nations match between Italy and Scotland took place in 1995, with Italy’s entry into the competition. Scotland won the match 30–0 in Edinburgh, marking the beginning of a longstanding rivalry.

• Scotland’s Dominant Performances: Scotland has generally had the upper hand, especially in the earlier years, with notable victories:

  • 2000: Scotland defeated Italy 37–7.

  • 2005: Scotland won 22–16 at Murrayfield in Edinburgh.

  • 2017: Scotland won 29–0 at Murrayfield in a dominant performance.

• Italy’s Memorable Wins:

  • 2015: Italy pulled off a historic win against Scotland, defeating them 22–19 in Edinburgh. This victory was one of Italy’s few Six Nations wins over Scotland.

  • 2018: In a tightly contested match, Italy lost by just 29–27 to Scotland in Edinburgh, showing how competitive the fixture can be.

🏆 Recent Encounters:

• 2023 Six Nations: Scotland defeated Italy 26–14 in Murrayfield, maintaining their strong record against Italy.

• 2022 Six Nations: Scotland won 33–22 in Rome, a match that showed Italy’s resilience, but Scotland’s quality was too much in the end.

• 2021 Six Nations: Scotland triumphed 52–10 over Italy, securing a dominant win at Murrayfield, with strong performances from Scotland’s backline.

• 2020 Six Nations: Scotland narrowly defeated Italy 17–0 in a tightly contested match.

🔄 Key Trends in the Rivalry:

• Scotland’s Strong Record: Scotland has historically had a dominant record against Italy, with most of their victories being comfortable wins.

• Italy’s Growth: Over the years, Italy has shown signs of improvement, and while they have not often defeated Scotland, they have occasionally come close. Italy’s attacking play has improved, and they continue to develop their game.

• Close Matches: While Scotland has generally had the upper hand, many of the encounters have been hard-fought, with Italy continuing to challenge Scotland, especially at home in Rome.

🏆 Most Memorable Moments:

• 2015 Six Nations: Italy’s 22–19 win over Scotland in Edinburgh remains one of Italy’s best performances in the Six Nations, marking a historic victory for the Azzurri.

• 2017 Six Nations: The 29–0 win by Scotland in Murrayfield was an impressive performance, showcasing Scotland’s ability to dominate a team that was competitive at the time.

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Overall Summary:

• Scotland holds the upper hand in this rivalry, with most of the Six Nations wins coming in their favour.

• Italy has shown improvement over the years and has been more competitive in recent fixtures.

• The Italy vs. Scotland match is often a closely contested affair, with both teams bringing intensity to the encounter.

• Italy’s Victory in 2015 remains a significant moment in the history of this fixture, though Scotland has generally asserted its dominance in the Six Nations.

The next Six Nations clash between Italy and Scotland in 2026 is sure to bring another exciting chapter to this rivalry.

The Italy vs. Scotland match in the 2026 Guinness Six Nations Championship is scheduled for Saturday, 7 February 2026, at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, with a kick-off time of 14:10 CET. This fixture marks the opening round of the 2026 Six Nations tournament.

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🏟️ Match Overview

• Date: Saturday, 7 February 2026

• Kick-off: 14:10 CET

• Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome

• Capacity: Approximately 72,000

• Fixture Significance: The match is part of the opening round of the 2026 Six Nations Championship.

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🏆 Trophy on the Line: The Cuttitta Cup

Since 2015, Italy and Scotland have competed for the Cuttitta Cup, named in honour of Massimo Cuttitta, a former Italian captain and Scotland’s scrum coach. This annual trophy is contested during their Six Nations encounters.

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🏨 Hospitality Packages

For those seeking a premium matchday experience, several hospitality packages are available:

Italy v Scotland Six Nations Hospitality Stadio Olimpico – Monte Mario Gold Package Includes:

• Seat allocation – Gold Box with TV
• Ergonomic seat
• Buffet Lunch
• Open bar with non-alcoholic drinks, beer, white, red and prosecco wine
• Half-time coffee break
• Post-match aperitif
• Reserved table* (*Groups of less than 4 people may be accommodated at a shared table)
• Parking pass
• Reception with dedicated staff
• Digital match program
• Meet the Italian rugby champions

Italy v Scotland Six Nations Hospitality Stadio Olimpico – Piazza Italia Package Includes:

• Seat allocation – Honour Stand
• Served lunch
• Open bar with non-alcoholic drinks, beer, white, red and prosecco wine
• Half-time coffee break
• Post-match aperitif
• Reserved table* (*groups of less than 4 people may be accommodated at a shared table)
• Parking pass
• Wardrobe
• Reception with dedicated staff
• Digital match program
• Meet the Italian rugby champions

Italy v Scotland Six Nations Hospitality Stadio Olimpico – Piazza Italia Premium Package Includes:

• Group of 4/6/8 guests
• Seat allocation – reserved box with minibar e tv
• Ergonomic seat
• Served lunch
• Open bar with non-alcoholic drinks beer, white, red and prosecco wine
• Half-time coffee break
• Post-match aperitif
• Free beer service at your seat during the match
• Reserved table* (*Groups of less than 4 people may be accommodated at a shared table)
• Parking pass
• Wardrobe
• Company identification on the box
• Reception with dedicated staff
• Digital match program
• Meet the Italian rugby champions

Italy v Scotland Six Nations Hospitality Stadio Olimpico – Sky Suite Package Includes:

• Group of 12 guests
• Buffet Lunch
• Open bar with non-alcoholic drinks, beer, white, red and prosecco wine
• Half-time coffee break
• Post-match aperitif
• Dedicated Waiter
• Parking pass
• Reception with dedicated staff
• Digital match program
• Dedicated Account Manager

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