Hosts Italy led from start to finish with tries from Lynagh and Menoncello, securing a deserved 18-15 win despite Scotland's comeback efforts and leaving Scotland coach Gregor Townsend's future in doubt.

Comincia alla grande l’avventura azzurra all’Olimpico

Minute-by-minute report: Join Lee Calvert as the Azzurri open their campaign against Scotland at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome