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New Zealand All Blacks Defeat Italy 29-11 As TJ Perenara, Cane Bid Farewell

New Zealand All Blacks Defeat Italy 29-11 As TJ Perenara, Cane Bid Farewell

All Blacks defeat Italy 29-11 at Allianz Stadium, Turin. Notable moments include tries from Roigard, Tele’a, and Jordan, and a late Menoncello try for Italy

Nov 23, 2024 by R. R. Ellis
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While Italy put up an enthusiastic performance, especially on defense, New Zealand’s relentless attacking play, including tries from Cam Roigard, Mark Tele'a, and Will Jordan, ultimately proved too much for the Italian side.

Italy's Tommaso Menoncello scored a late try, much to the delight of the Turin crowd, but missed conversions and turnovers ultimately doomed Italy's chances against the All Blacks.

Despite the loss, Italy’s effort against the All Blacks was a vast improvement compared to their 96-17 loss to NZ in last year's Rugby World Cup. Standout performances from the Italians include Menoncello, Garbisi, and Ioane. 

The Italian side will take confidence from this game into Six Nations next year. New Zealand head for a vacation after a jam-packed year that includes a second-place finish at the Rugby Championship. 

Recap the action below as it happened. 

Final Game Stats

Penalty Goals:

  • New Zealand: 1
  • Italy: 2

Tries:

  • New Zealand: 1
  • Italy: 0

Conversions:

  • New Zealand: 4
  • Italy: 0

Drop Goals:

  • New Zealand: 0
  • Italy: 0

Line Breaks:

  • New Zealand: 9
  • Italy: 3

Possession:

  • New Zealand: 57%
  • Italy: 43%

Territory:

  • New Zealand: 65%
  • Italy: 35%

Tackles:

  • New Zealand: 101
  • Italy: 165

Closer Look At Menoncello Try

End Of Game

Italy 11, New Zealand 29

That's it for TJ Perenara's and Sam Cane's careers for the All Blacks. 

New Zealand win predictably, but the Italians will have to take some confidence from their form today. 

Quality from Tommaso Menoncello, Page-Relo, Garbisi, Ioane, and most of the Italian squad. 

Beauden Barrett Scores - 78'

Italy 11, New Zealand 29

Italy try a quick restart, but a mistake has the ball end up in the hands of the dangerous No. 10, who scores the try with just a few minutes left in the match. 

The score will look worse than it truly was. Just a few mistakes towards the end of the match from the Italians. 

Italy Score A Try! - 77'

Italy 11, New Zealand 24

The Italians have scored with a few minutes left in the game. 

It's all but over, but the Turin crowd explodes with joy as Tommaso Menoncello takes it across the line. '

Garbisi misses the conversion. 

Jordan Named Man Of The Match

Still five minutes to go, but All Black Will Jordan is named man of the match. 

Closer Look At Tele'a Try

Mark Tele'a Scores Try - 70'

Italy 6, New Zealand 24

All Blacks break through, despite some wonderful Italian tackling, and score another try courtesy of Mark Tele'a.

The try effectively ends the Italians chances of winning the game. But what a game it has been. 

Sam Cane Subbed Off - 66'

An emotional moment as Sam Cane is subbed off for the last time in the All Blacks uniform. 

The Italian crowd applauds.

Tackles Leaders So Far 👀

  1. Ross Vintcent (Italy) – 19 tackles
  2. Manuel Zuliani (Italy) – 17 tackles
  3. Tommaso Menoncello (Italy) – 14 tackles
  4. Danilo Fischetti (Italy) – 11 tackles
  5. Federico Ruzza (Italy) – 11 tackles
  6. Sebastian Negri (Italy) – 11 tackles
  7. Paolo Garbisi (Italy) – 9 tackles
  8. Dino Lamb (Italy) – 9 tackles
  9. Marco Riccioni (Italy) – 8 tackles
  10. Scott Barrett (New Zealand) – 8 tackles

20 Minutes Left - 61'

Italy 6, New Zealand 17

Only about 20 minutes left in the match. 

A quick reminder that the last time these teams played, New Zealand won 96-17 in last year's Rugby World Cup. 

Even in a loss, it's a job well-done today for the Italians. 

Sititi Blocks Garbisi Box Kick

Wallace Sititi raises his arms to block a Garbisi box kick attempt. 

The All Blacks No. 6 has been everywhere this game and doesn't look at all winded. 

Barrett Kicks Ahead For Lineout - 57'

Italy 6, New Zealand 17

All Blacks looking to score again. 

Closer Look At Italian Pressure

Italy Comes Up Short Of Try Line - 53'

After a massive effort from the Italians for a try, the side came up short of securing the points. 

The New Zealand defense, Mark Tele'a, in particular, was just too much. 

NZ Yellow Card - 50'

The referee wasn't bluffing when he warned New Zealand about offsides. 

He hands out a yellow card and NZ are a man down. 

Italy are still pushing for the try, right inside the 5m line. 

All Blacks Defense Holding Strong - 48'

New Zealand have stymied any Italian attempt at a try with some brilliant stops. 

Italy Short Of Try

Stoppage in play as Italy get a lineout. 

Italy Advancing Quickly

Italians used the penalty to make in-roads into New Zealand territory. 

Only 5m out from the try-line. 

The energy from the crowd is palpable. 

Patrick Tuipulotu Penalty - 45'

Tuipulotu gets a penalty for contact to the head. No yellow card as TMO checked. 

Some will say it was a clear and obvious yellow card. 

Second Half Begins - 40'

Italy 6, New Zealand 17

NZ kicks off to Italy to start the second half. 

Halftime Stats

Penalty Goals

  • New Zealand: 1
  • Italy 2

Tries

  • New Zealand: 2
  • Italy: 0

Carries:

  • New Zealand: 85
  • Italy: 29

Line Breaks:

  • New Zealand: 5
  • Italy: 1

Possession:

  • New Zealand: 67%
  • Italy: 33%

Territory:

  • New Zealand: 67%
  • Italy: 33%

Halftime At Allianz Stadium

Italy 6, New Zealand 17

The teams head to the locker room. 

Valiant effort from the Italians, who clearly have less talent and strength on the field, but don't lack at all in perseverance.

NZ Score Try Right Before Halftime - 38'

Italy 6, New Zealand 17

Italians have really done their best, but the All Blacks finally broke through again as Will Jordan scores the try right before the whistle. 

Closer Look At Sititi Line Break And Italian Defense

Sititi With An Elite Line Break - 34'

The NZ youngster Wallace Sititi is just incredible to watch. Breaks through the Italian line and nearly leads to another All Black try. 

Knock on gives the Italians a scrum right ahead of their try-line. 

30-Minute Mark

Italy 6, New Zealand 10

Through 30 minutes, the Italians look impressive. It could very well fall apart at any given moment, but no one can fault Italy for lacking effort. 

Closer Look At Roigard Try

Cam Roigard Try! - 23'

Italy 6, New Zealand 10

Brilliant work from Roigard, who creates the line break and takes it across the line himself. First try of the game. 

Fantastic match so far. Italy and NZ are both holding tough. 

Crowd Cheering "Italia, Italia, Italia!"

Wonderful atmosphere at Allianz Stadium in Turin. 

Closer Look At TJ Perenara Leading Haka

Perenara led the haka for the final time in his international career. 

Scott Barrett Croc Roll Gets Yellow Card - 18'

Barrett heads to the sin bin for 10 minutes, giving the Italians an advantage. 

TMO had an extra look, and will continue to check for a red card. 

NZ Lineout In Italian Territory

All Blacks will be looking to take back the lead. 

NZ make it into the Italian 22m.

Another Quick Penalty Goal From Italy - 15'

Italy 6, New Zealand 3

Italians get another chance to go up and make it happen. 

Paolo Garbis makes his second penalty goal of the match. 

Beauden Barrett Makes Penalty Goal - 14'

Italy 3, New Zealand 3

Barrett strikes the ball right through the uprights and the All Blacks tie it up quickly. 

Italy Scores First! 

Italy 3, New Zealand 0

Paolo Garbisi puts through the penalty goal as Italy are rewarded for their early effort. 

Italians 7m From Try-Line - 10'

Great kick forward into touch from Page-Relo. 

Italian crowd is going wild. 

Eight Minutes Through - 8'

Italians seem to be holding strong early on. They've kept the ball in New Zealand territory well enough. Kicking has been good, but only one line break from Italy so far. 

Italians Steal Lineout - 3'

Great play from the Italians, who don't look scared early. 

Italy Kicks Off To All Blacks - 0'

Italy 0, New Zealand 0

Here we go. 

TJ Perenara Leads Haka

Perenara is playing his final game in the All Black uniform. 

National Anthems Being Sung

Italy and New Zealand are lined up. We're close to gametime. 

NZ Vs. Italy Just Moments Away

Italy faces the All Blacks in Turin for the final test of New Zealand’s 2024 Northern Tour. 

Stay with us for live updates, scores, and key moments as the match unfolds.

All Blacks Vs. Italy From Autumn Nations 2021

Here's a throwback game from November 6, 2021, while we wait for the match to get started. This was from the 2021 Autumn Nations, and took place at Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

The All Blacks pummeled Italy, winning 47-6. Richie Mo'unga had six conversions on the day.

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About An Hour From Kickoff

We're about an hour out from kickoff at Allianz Stadium in Turin. The game will begin at 3:10 p.m. ET. 

The lineups were solidified a few days ago, see those below. 

TJ Perenara, Sam Cane Bid Farewell

TJ Perenara and Sam Cane will suit up for the All Blacks one final time today as both will be retiring from the international stage. 

FloRugby expert Philip Bendon writes:

"The match marks the final test of the 2024 season and a historic farewell for Sam Cane and TJ Perenara, two legends of the black jersey.

Cane, donning the No.7 jersey, and Perenara, set to bring his trademark energy off the bench, will end their distinguished All Blacks careers in this special encounter. 

Cane, a 103-cap stalwart, and Perenara, with 88 caps, have been central to the All Blacks' success over the years."

Italy Vs. New Zealand Rugby Kickoff Time

The match kicks off at 3:10 p.m. ET on Nov. 23 at Allianz Stadium in Turin.

Italy Rugby Lineup

  1. Danilo Fischetti
  2. Gianmarco Lucchesi
  3. Marco Riccioni
  4. Federico Ruzza
  5. Dino Lamb
  6. Sebastian Negri
  7. Manuel Zuliani
  8. Ross Vintcent
  9. Martin Page-Relo
  10. Paolo Garbisi
  11. Monty Ioane
  12. Tommaso Menoncello
  13. Juan Ignacio Brex
  14. Jacopo Trulla
  15. Ange Capuozzo

Substitutes: 16. Giacomo Nicotera, 17. Mirco Spagnolo, 18. Simone Ferrari, 19. Niccolò Cannone, 20. Alessandro Izekor, 21. Alessandro Garbisi, 22. Leonardo Marin, 23. Marco Zanon

New Zealand All Blacks Rugby Lineup

  1. Ethan de Groot
  2. Codie Taylor
  3. Tyrel Lomax
  4. Scott Barrett
  5. Patrick Tuipulotu
  6. Wallace Sititi
  7. Sam Cane
  8. Ardie Savea
  9. Cam Roigard
  10. Beauden Barrett
  11. Caleb Clarke
  12. Anton Lienert-Brown
  13. Rieko Ioane
  14. Mark Tele'a
  15. Will Jordan

Substitutes: 16. Asafo Aumua, 17. Ofa Tu'ungafasi, 18. Fletcher Newell, 19. Tupou Vaa'i, 20. Peter Lakai, 21. TJ Perenara, 22. David Havili, 23. Damian McKenzie

Watch South Africa Vs. New Zealand From Sept. 7

Italy World Rugby Ranking

Italy is ranked No. 10 in the world with 78.92 points.

New Zealand World Rugby Ranking

New Zealand is ranked No. 3 in the world with 90.09 points.

World Rugby Rankings 2024

  1. South Africa, 92.78
  2. Ireland, 90.78
  3. New Zealand, 90.09
  4. France, 88.08
  5. Argentina, 85.40
  6. Scotland, 82.70
  7. England, 82.31
  8. Australia, 82.17
  9. Fiji, 80.07
  10. Italy, 78.92
  11. Wales, 74.01
  12. Georgia, 73.85
  13. Japan, 72.95
  14. Samoa, 72.68
  15. USA, 68.90
  16. Portugal, 68.82
  17. Spain, 67.10
  18. Uruguay, 65.94
  19. Tonga, 65.46
  20. Romania, 64.13

When Does The 2024-2025 Investec Champions Cup Begin? When Is The Champions Cup Final?

The Investec Champions Cup and the EPCR Challenge Cup begin Dec. 6, and the four-round pool-play action ends Jan. 19, 2025. The Round of 16 starts on April 4, while the quarterfinals are April 11-13. The semifinals are May 2-4. 

The EPCR Championships weekend is in Cardiff, Wales at Principality Stadium. There are championship games on May 23 (EPCR Challenge Cup) and May 24 (Investec Champions Cup). 

What Are The Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup Pools?

Here are the pools:

Investec Champions Cup: 

  • Toulouse (Stade Toulousain)
  • Bordeaux-Bègles (Union Bordeaux-Bègles)
  • Hollywoodbets Sharks
  • Exeter Chiefs
  • Leicester Tigers
  • Ulster Rugby

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  • La Rochelle (Stade Rochelais)
  • Bristol Bears
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  • Bath Rugby

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  • Munster Rugby
  • Vodacom Bulls
  • Stade Français Paris
  • Saracens
  • Castres Olympique

Pool 4:

  • Glasgow Warriors
  • Racing 92
  • Sale Sharks
  • DHL Stormers
  • Toulon (RC Toulon)
  • Harlequins

EPCR Challenge Cup

Pool 1:

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  • Connacht Rugby
  • Toyota Cheetahs
  • Perpignan (USAP)
  • Lyon Olympique Universitaire (Lyon O.U.)
  • Zebre Parma

Pool 2:

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  • Pau (Section Paloise)
  • Newcastle Falcons
  • Dragons RFC
  • Emirates Lions
  • Ospreys

Pool 3:

  • RC Vannes
  • Black Lion
  • Bayonne (Aviron Bayonnais)
  • Scarlets
  • Edinburgh Rugby
  • Gloucester Rugby

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