Early penalty for Tonga, they will have a shot at three points

Taken by Mafi in the lineout, Tonga crash up over midfield

Early kicking battle before Italy find a good touch around halfway

Reed gets the match underway for Italy

Tv?

Anthems concluded, kick off is just moments away

The teams are out on the field, anthems to follow

Charles Reed 😂😂😂😂😂
Carlo Canna

Italy will look to build on a historic victory over South Africa when they host Tonga in an international encounter.
Italy bounced back from a 68-10 hammering by New Zealand to register a famous 20-18 win over South Africa, their first ever over the Springboks. They will have to face Tonga without inspirational captain Sergio Parisse who’s serving a three week ban.
Tonga will also seek continued improvement after a 20-17 win over the USA a week ago.
With the Word Cup draw taking place in May, every match is crucial for vital ranking points.

Italy need to capitalise on last week's win and get some momentum!