Italy scored a penalty try with just seconds remaining to clinch a 22-19 win over Scotland in the Six Nations at Murrayfield this afternoon.
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The home side made a strong start to the match, with Mark Bennett intercepting a pass intended for Sergio Parisse to dive over for the opening try.
Italy were soon back off the mark though as Joshua Furno forced his way over following a maul, while Giovanbattista Venditti chased down a Kelly Haimona kick just before the break.
However, three first-half penalties from Greig Laidlaw ensured that Scotland held a narrow lead at the end of the first 40 minutes.
Scotland dominated the possession at the start of the second half, but could not find a way through for their second try of the match, forcing Laidlaw to settle for three points.
The visitors, who had previously won just once away from home in the Six Nations, pushed hard for a late try, and they were awarded one when Hamish Brown was penalised for dragging down, earning himself a yellow card and handing Italy the five points to take the victory.
The result, which is Italy's first win in the competition in two years, leaves Scotland bottom in the standings.
Sian Cowper
