Wales look to avoid Women's Six Nations wooden spoon

Wales face an uphill battle as they try to avoid the wooden spoon going into the final weekend of the Women's Six Nations.

Wales are five points adrift of Ireland in fifth, so a bonus-point victory against Principality Stadium visitors Italy is required to give them any chance of not propping up the final table.

It will be the first stand-alone fixture at the Cardiff venue, and they are hopeful of a five-figure attendance.

Wales captain Hannah Jones said: "The fans have really stuck with us, and that has been so important to us.

"This is when we need them most, when we need their support, because these are tough times.

"Losing hurts us, and we want to put that right and we are determined to do so against Italy - for ourselves, but also the fans."

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