But the decree from the Italian government the 20,000 England fans who were expected to attend the Six Nations game at the 72,000-capacity Stadio Olimpico with no game to go to and decisions to make as to whether or not to make the trip regardless.
And those close to the England camp will also have to stay away from the match in Rome next week.
“I have no-one coming out so I don’t have to worry about it,” said England prop Joe Marler.
“I don’t know about the other boys but I am sure they are trying to work out their plans accordingly.”
England assistant coach Steve Borthwick added: “We’re very fortunate to have a great logistics team. They’ll be dealing with all the information and making sure the coaches and players have it when required.”
source: express.co.uk