Wales boss Steve Tandy has challenged his gamers to “go up another level” after naming an unchanged aspect for his or her Guinness Six Nations finale towards Italy.
Though backside of the desk and nonetheless looking for a primary win of the event, Tandy has given a vote of confidence to the beginning XV that pushed Eire all the best way in Dublin final week.
Wales had been inside one rating till the 76th minute earlier than shedding 27-17 to Andy Farrell’s aspect.
“Having an unchanged team, I think it reflects the cohesion and the consistency in the group and the consistency of performance out in Ireland,” stated Tandy.
“This week we have to go up one other degree. We have had some actually good performances. I believe there have been components towards France, then we constructed up into the Scotland sport the place I assumed we had been superb.
“Against Ireland we stepped up to the plate physically. Now it’s putting it all together and creating our best performance this weekend.”
Steve Tandy hopes Wales’ efficiency towards Eire will give them a lift
Blair Murray’s return is the one change to the matchday squad, with the Scarlets full-back changing Tub winger Louie Hennessey on the bench.
Wales are in search of a primary Six Nations win for 1,099 days, their final victory coming away to Italy in March 2023.
They haven’t received a house match within the event since beating Scotland in February 2022.
“For the team and myself, going back to Principality Stadium is amazing. The boys did really well creating their own energy against Ireland, but there’s nothing better (than being at home),” Tandy added.
“The boys reference in meetings what the Scotland game meant to them and the French game, the New Zealand game – the fans have been incredible.
“I believe they’re actually behind the workforce and the workforce are actually placing in performances to signify our nation.”
Wales workforce to face Italy
Beginning XV: 15 Louis Rees-Zammit, 14 Ellis Mee, 13 Eddie James, 12 Joe Hawkins, 11 Josh Adams, 10 Dan Edwards, 9 Tomos Williams; 1 Rhys Carre, 2 Dewi Lake (c), 3 Tomas Francis, 4 Dafydd Jenkins, 5 Ben Carter, 6 Alex Mann, 7 James Botham, 8 Aaron Wainwright.
Replacements: 16 Ryan Elias, 17 Nicky Smith, 18 Archie Griffin, 19 Adam Beard, 20 Olly Cracknell, 21 Kieran Hardy, 22 Jarrod Evans, 23 Blair Murray.
