even as a Keegan fan I think Italiano has been ok tonight - i think some comments about him for the first goal are a little unfair.
As a Nix fan the bright side is we have two GK's who can play A-League level now.
I think you have to look at more than just saves. Italiano has had an obvious effect on our ability to play out from the back. Italiano is one of the worst ball playing keepers I have ever seen - hoofs it every time.
Italiano has made some good saves tonight, but he's not a long-term option if we want to play more than long ball.
I think both are bad options personally, but if I had to choose one I'd choose Smith.