WWE Clash in Italy 2026: Live Results & Feed
Benvenuti! Welcome to our live, second-by-second coverage of WWE Clash in Italy 2026, emanating live from the roaring, capacity crowd at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy. This historic night marks WWE's first-ever major Premium Live Event (PLE) held in Italy, broadcasting live globally on Premium Live Event networks, PPV, Netflix, and the ESPN App.
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Match Breakdown: Undisputed WWE Championship
Cody Rhodes (c) vs. GUNTHER
The first hour of this historic event kicked off in the heaviest way possible as "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against "The Ring General" GUNTHER. Following weeks of intense, deeply personal psychological warfare on the road to Turin, these two icons finally met inside the squared circle to settle the score.
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The Match Story
A Methodical In-Ring War: The match opened to a deafening, split crowd chanting passionately for both superstars. GUNTHER instantly sought to impose his signature, crushing pace, utilizing grueling chain wrestling and heavy canvas control to keep the champion grounded.
The Champion Fires Back: Rhodes refused to be suffocated by the challenger's offense, matching GUNTHER's clinical style with pure resilience. In a shocking, high-octane moment that shook the arena, Cody managed to execute a massive Pedigree on the challenger, though GUNTHER barely kicked out at a close two-count.
Brutal Strikes & Near-Falls: The Ring General retaliated with soul-snatching chops that left Rhodes’ chest completely crimson. GUNTHER connected with a devastating powerbomb that looked like the end, but the champion somehow found the willpower to lift his shoulder before the count of three.
The Sleeper Hold Crisis: Late in the contest, GUNTHER brilliantly countered a Cody Cutter attempt mid-air, locking in a suffocating Sleeper Hold. As the submission hold went to the canvas, the champion's title reign looked to be in jeopardy before he desperately fought his way to the ropes to force a break.
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The Controversial Finish
The climax of this title bout will be talked about for months to come. After a grueling, back-and-forth sequence of reversals, Cody Rhodes found a sudden burst of energy, capitalizing on a momentary lapse in GUNTHER's defense to hit a definitive, high-impact Cross Rhodes.
As Cody hooked the leg for the cover, a desperate GUNTHER managed to slide his foot completely underneath the bottom rope a split-second before the final count. However, because Cody slightly shifted his body weight during the leverage of the pinfall, the referee’s line of sight was entirely obstructed. The referee dropped his hand for the three-count, completely unaware of the rope break.
Official Result: Cody Rhodes defeated GUNTHER via pinfall to retain the Undisputed WWE Championship.
The Aftermath
Immediately following the bell, an absolutely furious GUNTHER cornered the match official, vehemently pointing at the bottom rope and screaming that the pinfall should have been broken. Broadcast replays instantly confirmed the challenger's claims: GUNTHER's foot was clearly under the bottom rope, validating his pure rage. Despite the glaring referee error, the official decision stands. Cody Rhodes escapes Italy with the gold, but a massive shadow of controversy now hangs heavily over his championship reign.
Match Breakdown: WWE Women's Championship
Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Jade Cargill
The Turin crowd was absolutely unglued as the action continued from the Inalpi Arena for WWE's first-ever Premium Live Event in Italy. Two of the most dominant physical forces in the history of the women's division, "Mami" Rhea Ripley and "The Storm" Jade Cargill, collided in a highly anticipated WrestleMania 42 rematch with the WWE Women's Championship on the line.
The Match Story
Power vs. Power: Right from the opening bell, this was an earthquake of a matchup. Neither woman was willing to give an inch. They traded thunderous shoulder tackles and tests of strength that shook the ring. Jade showcased her freakish athleticism, catching Rhea in mid-air for a stunning fallaway slam, while Rhea relied on her hard-hitting strikes and punishing submission transitions to wear down the challenger.
Ringside Chaos Begins: The dynamic of the match completely shifted when B-Fab and Michin suddenly emerged from the crowd, making their way down the ramp. Functioning as unexpected ringside interference, the duo began lurking outside the ropes, shouting distractions and trying to bait Ripley out of her game plan to sway the odds in Cargill's favor.
The Horrible Bottom Rope Leg Pull: The climax of the in-ring action seemingly arrived when Rhea Ripley finally muscled Jade up and successfully delivered a devastating Riptide in the center of the ring. Ripley hooked the leg: 1... 2... and right before the referee's hand hit the mat for the three-count, B-Fab reached under the bottom rope and executed a horrific, jarring leg pull on the champion. The illegal maneuver viciously yanked Rhea off the cover and twisted her awkwardly against the apron, stopping the definitive 3-count dead in its tracks.
The Interference & The Save
Furious at the blatantly stolen victory, Ripley rolled outside to confront the disruption, but was immediately ambushed by Michin. The referee lost all control as both women slid into the ring, initiating a targeted beatdown on the champion alongside a recovering Jade Cargill.
Suddenly, the arena lights flickered, and Charlotte Flair’s unmistakable theme music blasted through the speakers! The Italian crowd erupted into deafening cheers as "The Queen" made a shocking return. Charlotte sprinted down the aisle and slid into the ring, executing an absolute masterclass of a save. She dropped Michin with a flawless Big Boot, immediately pivoted to catch B-Fab with an impeccably timed Spear, and cleared the ring of the interference. She executed every single movement perfectly to equalize the odds.
The Finish
With the arena still buzzing from Charlotte's surprise return, Jade Cargill charged at Ripley, looking to capitalize on the chaos. However, Ripley seamlessly countered the attempt, hoisted a stunned Cargill back onto her shoulders, and planted her with a second, earth-shattering Riptide.
With B-Fab and Michin completely incapacitated on the outside thanks to "The Queen," there was no one left to save the challenger. Ripley hooked both legs, and the referee counted the uncontested 1-2-3.
Official Result: Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill via pinfall to retain the WWE Women's Championship.
The Aftermath
Following the bell, Rhea Ripley was handed her championship, clutching it tightly as she stared down Charlotte Flair from across the ring. The two legendary rivals shared a tense, unspoken moment of mutual respect—and undeniable future tension—as Mami stood tall in Italy, remaining on top of the women's division.
Match Breakdown: Heavyweight Collision
Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi
The live feed from Turin continues, and the Inalpi Arena nearly became unglued from its foundation for this one. When you book the most dominant veteran in combat sports against the most terrifying, explosive powerhouse to emerge from NXT, you get exactly what was promised: a pure, unadulterated "Big Men Slapping Man Meat" masterpiece.
This was not a match of technical holds or wrist-locks; this was a violent, earth-shaking car crash between two absolute titans, and it executed its objective perfectly.
The Match Story
The Power Dynamic: The bell rang, and neither man backed down. The opening sequence was a mesmerizing test of sheer strength. Lesnar, accustomed to tossing opponents around with ease, found himself deadlocked in collar-and-elbow tie-ups that literally shook the ring ropes. Oba Femi refused to be intimidated, trading massive, meaty strikes and thunderous forearms with "The Beast."
The Turnbuckle Pole Spot: The sheer violence spilled to the outside early on. In a shocking display of raw power, Femi managed to counter a suplex attempt on the floor, lifting the 280-pound Lesnar and launching him shoulder-first into the steel turnbuckle pole. The sickening thud echoed throughout the arena, temporarily neutralizing Lesnar and proving Femi was a legitimate threat to the veteran's legacy.
Chokeslams and Carnage: Back in the ring, Oba Femi unleashed his terrifying offense. He managed to wrap his hand around Lesnar's throat not once, but twice, delivering towering, high-impact chokeslams that rattled the canvas. The Turin crowd was in absolute disbelief as Brock Lesnar was forced to fight from underneath.
The Announce Table Destruction: The match reached its boiling point when the chaos returned to the ringside area. Lesnar, bleeding slightly from the mouth and operating on pure adrenaline, hoisted Femi onto his shoulders. With a primal scream, Brock delivered a catastrophic F5 directly through the commentary table. The Spanish announce desk exploded into splinters, sending monitors and debris flying into the barricade.
The Climax & Finish
Dragging a nearly unconscious Oba Femi back into the squared circle, Brock Lesnar realized that a single finisher was not going to be enough to keep the young monster down. Femi miraculously kicked out of a second F5 in the center of the ring, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Finally, Lesnar resorted to his deepest reserves. He locked in his signature Kimura Kimura Lock to wear down the big man's arm, seamlessly transitioning into a rapid-fire sequence of devastating German Suplexes—taking Oba Femi on a VIP tour of "Suplex City." Lesnar then hoisted Femi up for a staggering third F5, planting him into the mat with enough force to finally keep his shoulders down for the three-count.
Official Result: Brock Lesnar defeated Oba Femi via pinfall.
The Aftermath
This match did exactly what it needed to do. It was a flawless execution of a powerhouse brawl. Brock Lesnar walked away with his hand raised, re-establishing his absolute dominance on the global stage. However, even in defeat, Oba Femi looked like an absolute superstar. He took "The Beast Incarnate" to his absolute physical limits, surviving multiple F5s and proving he entirely belongs in the main event heavyweight picture.
Match Breakdown: WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship
Sol Ruca vs. Becky Lynch
The historic broadcast from Turin just delivered a bout that will undoubtedly go down as the match of the night. Competing for the newly minted WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship, legendary veteran Becky Lynch squared off against the explosive, rising phenom Sol Ruca. What unfolded was a breathtaking showcase of generational talent passing the torch in real-time.
The Match Story & A Star-Making Performance
The Veteran Masterclass: This match was a testament to Becky Lynch's greatness not just as a competitor, but as a ring general. Lynch anchored the psychology of the bout perfectly, dictating the pace and expertly positioning herself to let Sol Ruca's unparalleled athleticism shine on the global stage.
Silencing the Critics: Any lingering criticisms regarding Ruca’s past developmental botches were completely obliterated tonight. She was flawless, crisp, and executed highly complex maneuvers with absolute precision. She proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that she is completely legit on the main roster.
The Evolution of Extreme: If there is a way to describe Sol Ruca's performance in Turin, it is this: she is a Lita with a firmware update. She possesses that same fearless, ground-breaking energy that revolutionized the women's division decades ago, but upgraded with a modern, hyper-athletic move-set that defies gravity.
Play-by-Play Highlight Reel: The Insane Spots
This matchup was an absolute clinic in high-impact reversals, veteran psychology, and jaw-dropping aerial offense. The Turin crowd was on its feet as the two traded phenomenal sequences:
The Referee Shield Tactic: Mid-way through the bout, Becky Lynch realized she could not match the challenger's speed and resorted to brilliant veteran tactics. As Sol Ruca scaled the ropes and poised herself for a massive, high-flying top-rope assault, Lynch desperately grabbed the match official, pulling him directly into the line of fire. Seeing the referee in the drop zone, Ruca was forced to hesitate. That split-second of hesitation to avoid a collision caused her to lose her balance, sending her crashing hard off the turnbuckle and allowing Lynch to capitalize on the mistake.
The Dis-Arm-Her Counter: Lynch miraculously trapped Ruca in the Dis-Arm-Her right in the center of the ring. Instead of scrambling for the ropes, Ruca used her sheer core strength to deadlift Lynch off the canvas, rolling through into a spectacular sit-out powerbomb to break the hold.
The Sequence of the Night: The absolute peak of the match occurred during a breathtaking corner exchange. Lynch hooked Ruca on the top rope, initially pulling her off the ropes for a devastating turnbuckle suplex. On the way down, Lynch shifted her weight, transitioning mid-air into a falling DDT. However, in an unbelievable display of spatial awareness and body control, Ruca completely countered the impact. As they hit the canvas, Ruca caught herself on the ground in a perfect handstand, entirely avoiding the DDT spike. She then seamlessly flipped out of the handstand, landed flush on her feet, and immediately blasted a bewildered Lynch with a thunderous superkick to the jaw. The arena absolutely erupted.
The Finish
Reeling from the superkick, Lynch stumbled backward into the center of the ring. Sensing the ultimate opportunity, Sol Ruca charged the ropes, vaulted herself backwards, and hit an absolutely picture-perfect Sol Snatcher (springboard backflip cutter). She hooked the leg, and the referee made the definitive three-count.
Official Result: Sol Ruca defeated Becky Lynch via pinfall to become the NEW WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship.
The Aftermath
Following the bell, an exhausted Becky Lynch slowly got to her feet. Instead of showing frustration, she looked at the young phenom, nodded in approval, and personally handed Sol Ruca the Women's Intercontinental Championship before raising her arm to the roar of the Italian crowd. By letting her shine and guiding the match perfectly, Lynch orchestrated a flawless passing-of-the-torch moment.
Based on tonight's masterclass in Turin, one thing is absolutely certain: Sol Ruca is undeniably the future, and she is going to be a World Champion very soon.
Match Breakdown: WWE World Heavyweight Championship (Tribal Combat)
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
The main event of WWE Clash in Italy 2026 brought a deeply personal, brutal, and violent end to the night. With the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the line and the undisputed mantle of "The Tribal Chief" at stake, Roman Reigns and "The Samoan Werewolf" Jacob Fatu went to war in a match that had no rules, no disqualifications, and no limits: Tribal Combat.
The Turin crowd was absolutely electric, fully aware they were witnessing a historic chapter in the greatest ongoing saga in professional wrestling.
The Match Story & Play-by-Play Action
An Explosive Start: Tribal Combat requires a ceremonial start, but as soon as the bell rang, the respect went out the window. Fatu charged Reigns with terrifying speed, immediately overwhelming the champion with a flurry of heavy strikes and a massive superkick that sent Reigns tumbling to the outside. Fatu set the tone early: he was not intimidated by the aura of The Tribal Chief.
The Samoan Werewolf Unleashed: The action quickly devolved into a barbaric brawl around the ringside area. Fatu weaponized the environment, launching Reigns into the steel steps and introducing kendo sticks and steel chairs. In a breathtaking display of agility for a man his size, Fatu placed Reigns on the announce table, scaled the top rope, and hit a soaring Samoan Splash that completely obliterated the broadcast desk.
The Chief's Retaliation: Dragging himself back into the ring, Reigns proved exactly why he has been at the top of the mountain for so long. As Fatu charged in with a steel chair, Reigns exploded out of the corner with a desperate, skull-rattling Superman Punch, punching the chair directly into Fatu's face. Reigns capitalized, ruthlessly wearing Fatu down with vicious kendo stick strikes to the back, screaming at the challenger to "Acknowledge Me!"
A Brutal Climax: The final ten minutes were an absolute war of attrition. Fatu miraculously kicked out of a massive Spear that snapped him in half. Moments later, Fatu countered a second Superman Punch by catching Reigns mid-air, transitioning into a devastating Pop-Up Samoan Drop, followed by an incredible Springboard Moonsault. The referee counted to 2.9 before Reigns barely got his shoulder off the mat, sending the Italian crowd into a frenzy.
The Finish
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Frustration and desperation set in for both men. Fatu set up a steel chair in the center of the ring, looking to end the reign of his family member once and for all. He grabbed Reigns by the throat, hoisting him up for a chokeslam onto the steel.
However, Reigns raked the eyes of the challenger, dropped to his feet, and bounced off the ropes with blinding speed. As Fatu turned around, Reigns delivered a catastrophic, match-ending Spear directly through the Table, The impact was deafening. Then a Charge Up Spear, Reigns hooked the leg, hooking Fatu tightly for the definitive 1-2-3.
Official Result: Roman Reigns defeated Jacob Fatu via pinfall to retain the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. He remains the Head of the Table, and still your Tribal Chief.
The Aftermath: Foreshadowing the Future
As the bell rang, a battered and exhausted Roman Reigns was handed his championship. The referee placed the Ula Fala around his neck. However, there was no time for a triumphant celebration.
The camera immediately panned to the front row, directly behind the shattered announce desk. Sitting there in ominous silence was Solo Sikoa, flanked by the members of the MFT (My Family Tree). They had bought front-row tickets and had been watching the carnage unfold all night.
Roman Reigns climbed to the middle turnbuckle, hoisting the World Heavyweight Championship high into the air. He looked down at the front row. Solo Sikoa did not blink, did not flinch, and did not acknowledge him. The intense, unspoken stare-down between the reigning Tribal Chief and the stoic Enforcer sent a chilling message to the WWE Universe: Jacob Fatu was just the beginning. The Bloodline civil war is far from over, and the MFT is waiting for their moment to strike.