Gonzalo Quesada has Italy braced for intense Six Nations opener against Scotland

Gonzalo Quesada has braced his Italy side for a laser-focused Scotland to pitch up in Rome for Saturday's Guinness Six Nations opener (2.10pm). The Azzurri head coach admitted a Stadio Olimpico showdown with the wounded Scots would not have been his preferred choice to kick off the championship. Gregor Townsend’s side lost on their previous visit to the Eternal City two years ago, while they have also come under fire after a disappointing autumn campaign...