Head-to-head

How it works: the gap between the two TheBreakdown ratings, neutral venue. Our own model built from every Test; see the rankings page for the method.

Test history

Points 123–253 in Germany’s favour, first met 14 May 1936. Italy have won the last 4.

Last 10 meetings

• Italy7 Nov 19823–23
• Italy29 Nov 19810–23
• Italy5 May 197410–16
• Italy3 Nov 196814–22
• Draw30 Oct 19663–3
• Italy22 Mar 19643–17
• Italy27 May 196211–13
• Italy15 Jan 19610–19
• Italy10 Apr 19605–11
• Italy12 Dec 19570–8

Scores show Germany first.