Italy Wing Edoardo Todaro Tears Right ACL in Pre-Six Nations Camp

Overview

• The Italian Rugby Federation said diagnostic tests confirmed a torn right anterior cruciate ligament in Todaro’s right knee sustained in Verona.
• The injury was announced eight days before Italy’s opening Six Nations match against Scotland at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico.
• Italy’s preparation block included work at the Payanini Center with the U20s, where the 19-year-old winger was training.
• Todaro has been a breakout performer for Northampton this season with 10 tries in 13 appearances after signing his first professional contract.
• He is expected to miss the Six Nations and likely the remainder of the club season, with rehabilitation coordinated by Northampton and Italy’s medical teams.