The [Rugby World Cup] RWC 2023 race for the quarterfinal is on in the fourth round after matches in game week three saw teams that topped their various pools solidify their positions winning all their three matches while the rest fought for the remaining spots. Race for the quarterfinals of the RWC 2023 4 poules […] READ MORE
Tag: Argentina Rugby
Courtney Lawes and George Ford lead England to a famous World Cup victory
England’s rugby team silenced their many critics, with a huge win over Argentina to open their Rugby World Cup campaign. Courtney Lawes and George Ford led from the front in particular. The result was not clear cut, and England head coach Steve Borthwick must have feared the worst when Tom Curry was sent off in […] READ MORE
England v Argentina: rich rewards come at a risk on September 9
After England’s first ever loss to Fiji at Twickenham, confidence has plummeted ahead of the World Cup. Now with fears of a Group Stage exit ever-present, the England v Argentina fixture sparks great anxiety for English fans. Below is a playing XV which offers a different approach. There is definitely some controversial calls enclosed, yet […] READ MORE
RWC 2023 Pool D: All system go as they announce their squads
The RWC 2023 is taking shape as Pool D is the first of the four pools to have released their squads for the competition. This year’s World cup features four pools A,B,C and D. With less than 25 days until the Rugby World cup in France teams have selected their best squads to represent their […] READ MORE
Rudderless and sloppy England loss at Twickenham against Los Pumas 29-30
Argentina were by far the better team in their deserved victory over England on Sunday afternoon. A ‘rudderless and sloppy’ England loss at Twickenham against Los Pumas was the visitor’s first triumph at the ground in 16 years. It was a special performance by Michael Cheika’s Pumas built on rock-hard defense and sheer desire. As […] READ MORE
Russell and Townsend, “Strange bedfellows?”
Russell and Townsend, “Strange bedfellows?” At the time of writing this, Finn Russell is tearing it up at Murrayfield against Argentina. Admittedly, Los Pumas are depleted in numbers due to ill-discipline. Having said that, the players (Russell included) can only play against what they are presented with on the day. Darcy's at the double 🤩 […] READ MORE
Single-point losses across November Internationals show close contest
Several of the November Internationals played over this weekend were won by just a single-point margin. Wins by France in the dying minutes showed that close contests might be the trend this Autumn – unless you are in New Zealand. The All Blacks [as per usual] flagged the normal standards of offence, putting 55 points […] READ MORE
Michael Cheika coaching plate ‘overloaded’ with Los Pumas/Lebanon commitments
By method or madness, the Michael Cheika coaching plate is ‘overloaded’ with his coaching commitments to both Los Pumas and the Lebanon rugby league team. Astonishing in a way, yet bizarre when in the context of how critical the Autumn Nations series is for Argentina, just one year out from a Rugby World Cup in […] READ MORE
Emiliano Boffelli: The key to Edinburgh success?
Emiliano Boffelli has returned to Edinburgh Rugby this week after a near-perfect summer away on international duty and, if his recent form continues, could be the star piece of the jigsaw that the Scottish side needs to make this season a memorable one. At 27 years old, the Argentinian flyer seems to have hit the […] READ MORE
Argentina’s first win adds to NZ pressure/Wallabies turnover Springboks
In a convincing manner across two Rugby Championship matches, the Wallabies dominated the Springboks as Argentina’s first win on New Zealand soil saw jubilation on the faces of the South American team. Shocked looks crossed the All Blacks player’s faces, with more despair in the coaching box. Ian Foster has added more unwanted records to […] READ MORE