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February 20, 2026
Dewi Lake calls on fans to back under-fire Wales while Italy eye another shock
The Wales captain, Dewi Lake, has urged fans in Cardiff to lift his side for the Six Nations meeting with Scotland on Saturday.
TL;DR
- Wales captain Dewi Lake wants fans to provide energy and support against Scotland.
- Wales has lost 13 consecutive Six Nations matches and conceded 102 points in their last two games.
- Defensive improvement has been a priority for Wales in training.
- France has restored locks Thibaud Flament and Emmanuel Meafou to their starting XV against Italy.
- Ange Capuozzo returns at full-back for Italy against France.
- Italy's Paolo Garbisi recalls a missed penalty against France in 2024.
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