what do you all think about italian rugby team?
968898
Yes you did pretty well. We will see next year at the world cup.
1097038
I can't understand why everyone is so against the Italians either. \n\nI'm rooting for them, but at the same time I'm aware they are not the best team in this world cup. Argentina or Brazil would knock them off. Even Germany, maybe. However, they are not as bad as some people are saying. Not worse than France, Portugal, and even England.  \n\nI'm not happy about the way they won the match against Australia because it gave way to all sorts of evil-tongued comments -- they paid the referee, they are cheaters, they are parasites, they didn't deserve to win, etc, etc. \n\nIf they suck, Shevchenko will kick them back home tomorrow. Should that happen, it will at least stop the evil-tongued comments.\n\nIf they win, I hope they do without controversy, like they did over Ghana or the Czech Republic. That will stop the evil-tongued comments too. \n\nPlayers dive in almost every team. The problem with what happened during the Italy vs Australia game is that the penalty was conceded at the very last minute. Plus, it was Australia's first world cup after many years, and they had done fairly well, so that kind of killed their hopes. But that doesn't justify all the hatred towards the Italian team, or, even worse, Italy as a nation.
997176
Italy: they're a good side and I feel sorry for them w/ all these investigations going on\nArgentina: I think the way they played against Serbia was really exciting to watch and it's wat i'm used 2 seeing 4rm the Brazilians\nEngland: a few good players, but hardly World Cup Champions\n\nItaly vs. Ghana?\nI definitely think Italy's going 2 win that match
1114841
I think they are overrated. There first big challenge is France. Teams they have so far, have been mediocre.
832622
No.  I think they'll struggle in the lower half and end up somewhere between 12th and 15th, but they'll find some wins, especially if they can get some people healthy.  For now, Rossi is doing his best, though he probably won't be able to stay with the club after the loan.  Hopefully the Palermo match is a sign of better things.  If Luque could find some form, we wouldn't have to depend on guys like Duff to put it in the net when he should be setting up plays.  Martins has got to step it up.  Sibierski has shown some form too.  We should dump Bramble and try to make a good back line signing in January.  Even when Given comes back, the defense has been as pourous as a seive and unable to put 90 full minutes together.  We've just got to hold it together this season, try to find a lineup that can work together and reward the hard work of Emre, Solano, Parker, Zoggy, and Milner.  Heck, Milner worked his butt off in Palermo and is the only reason Luque had any chance to shine.  Ramage looks like an up & comer as well... anyway, rambling, but I think we have enough to keep afloat.  I'd like to think that we can get Owen back at the end of the season or the beginning of next, see some improvement of the defense, and make the midfield's effort pay.\n\nGo Toon!\n\nRe:  Shearer, I think there's something in his commitments that prevents him from coming on for another year or so, but I can't recall.  I don't they'd talk about it anyway right now, would just undermine Roeder.\n\nOh, and I forgot Dyer.  There's a guy we've got to keep healthy... if we can keep the slalom sticks out of his eyes!
827063
I think they have the best chance to win the world cup it's true... they're machines! They may choke.... but all teams have those bad games! I think they'll be in an ideal position with Carter on the field!\n\nBut I'd LOVE to see Ireland win! We've had some absolutely shocking seasons and now things are really coming together! Blistering back-line and a scrummage pack that took SA to the sword last weekend! It'll prove a valuable benchmark if we can win all our autumn internationals! \n\nThe other teams fanciable are the Austrailians and maybe France if they're on form on the day! Wales under their new coach may suprise a few!!! England don't have a chance of retaining their world cup..... Austrilia should have won that on the day..... shame he missed that last penalty... then it all would have been so different!
1088444
I like them, but they are not my favourite team.\n\nThey are good to watch!
483069
Provided they don't slip up early in their group i think Italy can do it. They definitely have the squad but they tend to start slow and build to their best. Even though i'm Irish i always back the Italians - they have a solid defence and strong midfield - goals is the only problem but if Montella and Totti hit form this could be their year!!
1170161
I wasn't happy with the penalty decision, but I will accept the decision. You are correct that Materazzi's red card was incorrect, so this shows that decisions go both way. I am a BIG Australian fan, but I wish Italy all the best in future matches. The further they go, the better Australia look for having equalled them until the dying seconds of the match.\n\nI am not a sore loser, but I can understand why other people are upset... it was a hard way to get knocked out... Congratulations Italia
652360
I support Juve for 12 years. But if they are found guillty they can be demoted & worse they can be stripped of the last 2 scudettos. The UEFA is keeping a close eye on this, so italian fa wont take a chance. But Bianconeri will rise up. Milan went down & bankrupt in 80. Still later they won 3 european titles. Juve can do that too.
1183830
If Italy plays to potential then they can win against anybody.  Remember the last time they Played Brazil they took it to shoot out.  If Baggio didn't kick it to the moon then Brazil and Italy would both have 4 cups to their name.  They have some excellent guys on offence and still a killer defence.  The 4-3-3 formation puts an emphasis on striking.  If Toni can get it going they will kick ass.\n\nRemember that Italy seems only to play to the skill of their opponents.  They always have squeeked by whomever they were playing whether Germany or Saudi Arabia.  They typically turn it up a notch when they have to.\n\nThe scandal will only help them - they have something to prove.  Remember also that Paolo Rossi had baggage back in '82.
1042304
They are an excellent team. No team can stop them. They will beat Germany and go on to win the Final. \nFORZA AZZURRI.
1128038
congratulation for your best game in the tournament. Bresciano learned to play very well in our Serie A. I hope we'll match u in as soon as possible. Now u could support us to win the World Cup!Viva l'italia e viva il bel calcio!\nan italian\nP.S.: that penalty is not a scandal, grosso couldn't control the ball anymore after your defender's foul.
1099891
Im for Italy, born and raised there, and ive also lived in Oz. It was a GREAT game, the aussie's gave it their all and italy played a good game. I think the ref was ok, better than ones we've had in this WC, i think the PK was ligit, he came in cleats up and didnt get ANY ball
1127001
Nice choice with italy. I've always had a soft spot for them and would want them to do well. I'm for brazil and am pretty satisfied with them as well. That is a good question though, I'm interested to see the answers
882186
Welcome:\n\nI'm Italian living in Canada.\nThe team I support is Italy.\nMy favorite club is Juventus\nMy favorite World Cups were 1982@2006\nMy favorite game was Italy vs Germany in World Cup 2006.\nAs you can see on my avatar I'm a great fan of Buffon.\n\nYou'll find many nice users on Yahoo answers!
876348
Giuseppe Rossi was a great young talent when he played in Italy, and he can improve himself more, this is sure.\nI know he is on loan, but I think Rossi is the greatest talent that plays for Newcastle, about young players.\nAnother one is 'Nzogbia [or anyway it's written].\nHe will have a good carrier imho. Good talent, young and ambicious. Pretty good.\n\nIn general, mong all Newcastle players, the best one is without any sort of dount, Damien Duff, followed by Michael Owen.\nThey could play for the championship, but they are in Newcastle instead. This is a reason for loving them.