# Schmidt’s Final Test Against Italy | Sydney News

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Published: 2026-07-18T09:59:40+00:00
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Joe Schmidt’s final Wallabies match against Italy in Perth is a high-stakes showdown — a chance to cap his tenure on a winning note after a turbulent run. With Italy bringing nine new players and their coach sidelined, both teams are desperate for a breakthrough. Schmidt, who inherited a struggling side post-World Cup, faces the risk of leaving with the lowest win rate of any Wallabies coach in the professional era. New faces in the Wallabies lineup signal a last-ditch effort to turn things around — and for Schmidt, this game is personal. Italy, still winless in the Nations Championship, are equally hungry. Tonight’s result could define both coaches’ legacies — and the future of Australian rugby. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/02671179338cf056

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