To add to their blanket defence, Italy are deploying a shooter in Sergio Parisse who has made a number of big tackles over the gain line. Superb start from Italy!

Joubert didn't seem to be sure about that one but he has penalised Ayerza. Haimona fancies another pop at goal

After Haimona slots a huge penalty, Martin Hernandez sends the restart out on the full. Great attacking chance for Italy with a scrum on halfway

Italy have adopted a very effective defensive strategy. By not committing to the breakdown and fanning out across the park they are denying Argentina any space out wide

A major anti climax as Italy are pinged for an early engagement. From the free kick Martin Hernandez launches a massive up and under which Argentina claim

Italy with a perfect attacking opportunity on the Argentina 22 after a handling error handed the home side a scrum

Joubert is stamping his authority early on this evening with a number penalties being awarded to both sides

Those two penalties will prove very frustrating for Brunel

Two penalties in quick succession hand Juan Martin Hernandez the chance to level the scores. Joubert signals the out the Italian back row for leaving the lineout too early.

Joshua Furno makes a silly error and is pinged for obstruction off the ball. Argentina find a good touch to set up an attacking lineout in the Italy 22,