Scotland vs Italy Prediction: Italy have a chance in this opener

In round 1 of the Europe Six Nations, Scotland will play Italy at Murrayfield Stadium. The two teams will head into this game hoping for a solid start. Which team wins this encounter? I will look into the analysis of this game and offer betting opportunities. 

Scotland

Scotland will be confident to get the job done in this opener, having come in as the favourite in this contest. The previous tournament, Scotland finished 4th with 12 points, scoring 115 and conceding 115. However, their recent performances have been outstanding, with just one defeat in their last games, coming against South Africa. In other encounters, Scotland defeated Australia, Portugal, Fiji, Uruguay, and Chile, among others. 

Italy

Italy will hope for a better performance in the 2025 Six Nations after finishing 5th the previous year. In five matches played, this team accumulated 11 points, scoring 92 goals and conceding 126. However, heading into this year's tournament, Italy have had a better run of games, with three wins in their last five matches, which saw them defeat Tonga, Japan and Georgia. While they are the underdogs, Italy will hope to be at their best, show character and secure a win. 

Expert Betting Tips

Scotland are just too favoured and I do not fancy that. While Italy have consistently lost against their opponent, the fact that they get within the margin in the majority of the fixtures is a good thing. I feel this game will be closer than it looks on paper. Take Italy to get within the line; while we have also seen a lot of attacking play in this fixture, the same is expected. 

Our first option is handicap W2(+20.5) with odds at 1.61 on 1Xbet

Our second option is over 68.5 with odds at 1.83 on Bet365

Our last option is over 7.5 tries with odds at 1.80 on Betway