The Irish and English will be worried that the Welsh could really pile the pressure on them with a big win here against a Parisse-less Italian side that were pitiful in their 29-0 loss to the French. In order to take advantage of a side lacking in confidence, Wales will need to start the game strongly and quell the Italian support and spirit. The crowd were down and out after watching an abysmal performance from their side, and if 15 minutes can go by without an Italian score and a few kicks of Halfpenny's boot then I expect Wales could really kick on and put the Italians to the sword.
Given their great performance last week against Ireland, many will expect Wales to punish the Italians with their physicality, the likes of North, Davies and Roberts could be crucial battering rams, and then the likes of Williams will have space to dart in and score. Wales know a big victory is required to win the Championship, and the fans expect nothing less.
England were in an almost identical position last year, and won 11-52 in Rome, with all the attacking that Wales will be doing they will have to be careful not to slip up, the Italians scored three tries against the English earlier this tournament, although the experienced centre partnership of Roberts and Davies should quell any chances that Morisi may have.
Wales's best chance of winning the 6 Nations this year is to slot the early kicks, quieten down the crowd, and use old Warrenball to smash them into oblivion. We think they may take their time getting the ball rolling, but once they do we will see plenty of tries from Gatland's men.
Our prediction: Italy 5 - 41 Wales
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