Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has urged Australian fans to keep their faith alive following a tough 26-19 loss to Italy in the Autumn Nations Series held in Udine. This defeat brings the Wallabies’ tally to five losses in their last six Tests, with their lone victory being against Japan. The team has faced challenges throughout the season, including setbacks against Argentina, New Zealand, and England.
Despite these difficulties, Schmidt maintains a sense of optimism about the future of the team. “The belief is still there. Don’t lose faith because we’ll keep working as hard as we can to show what it means to us to compete,” he said during a press conference. This determination is important as the Wallabies prepare to take on two of the top rugby nations, Ireland and France, in their final matches of the year.
In their recent match against Italy, the Wallabies went into halftime with a slight lead of 12-9 but struggled after Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii received a yellow card, which changed the dynamics of the game. Schmidt pointed out that the team had difficulty maintaining composure during critical moments.
Having played 13 Tests this year, the Wallabies are focused on rebuilding and enhancing their performance. They see their upcoming matches against Ireland and France as vital opportunities to change their trajectory on the international rugby scene. Fans can take solace in the team’s dedication to improvement and hard work amid recent setbacks, as they strive to bounce back and showcase their true potential.