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Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Free kick to Italy after a pre-engage by Scotland.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Thompson tries the high garryowen but Blain knocks into touch. Italy opt for the scrum outside their 22 near the touchline.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Blain carries off his wing just shy of the 22 after the Scotland's maul was sacked. Scotland were tracking back before Thompson tries a kick through but is well covered and Italy clear just short of halfway. Scotland have the lineout.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Scotland opt to carry it up on the counter, Frostwick uses his forwards. Garbisi gets penalised for not rolling away and Thompson finds touch just outside the Italy 22. Great kick.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Ross Thompson gets the game underway. Lai clears immediately.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Tough rainy conditions today. The battle up front will be key.

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Anthems are done and dusted and we are set for kick off

Ultimate Rugby Jun 6

Scotland and Italy face in the first 9th place semi-final. Both sides finished bottom of their respective pools and are in danger of getting relegated from the competition if they fail to pick up a victory today. Stay with us for LIVE updates as they happen.