Italy may move from Stadio Flaminio

Italy's rugby team may have to play next year's Six Nations matches away from Rome's Stadio Flaminio after doubts were raised about building work. "Regarding the reconstruction of the Stadio Flaminio, the (Italian rugby federation president Giancarlo)...

Italy's rugby team may have to play next year's Six Nations matches away from Rome's Stadio Flaminio after doubts were raised about building work.

"Regarding the reconstruction of the Stadio Flaminio, the (Italian rugby federation president Giancarlo) Dondi has said that that the works at the moment have stopped for structural checks," a statement said.

"He is very worried about using the site for home matches next year."

Genoa has been mooted in the past as a possible alternative venue.

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