Wales fans once again were united in song hours before the crunch Six Nations game against Italy, taking over one of the most famous tourist sites in Rome. The sight of a red choir belting out Calon Lan against the backdrop of the Spanish Steps stunned locals ahead of the game.
The gathering was boosted by former Wales captain Sam Warburton who joined in the singing and filmed part of the event. The proud Welshman said: "In case the team think fans have lost faith. We will always support the boys to take the field through thick and thin. Great effort from the fans. Good luck lads."
Dave Dulin, of Wonky Sheep Travel, says they have taken around 200 fans to the city this weekend. He said: "The atmosphere is good but it’s raining now. It lasted about 10 minutes and there were a few songs sung finishing with the National Anthem."
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The Spanish Steps are considered the widest and longest staircase of Europe, welcoming millions of tourists every year. Wales take on Italy in Rome in what is being billed as a likely Six Nations Wooden Spoon decider. Warren Gatland's side are desperate for a win after a record 13 consecutive Test defeats and a 43-0 thumping at the hands of France on the opening weekend. Follow live updates here.
They face an Italy team that has beaten them twice in the past three years and will do so without Liam Williams and Dafydd Jenkins who have both been withdrawn from the team on Saturday. You can read more about that here.
