Argentina rugby news

Beaten Pumas can be proud: Contepomi

Beaten Pumas can be proud: Contepomi

Argentina can leave New Zealand with their heads held high, captain Felipe Contepomi said on Sunday night after his Pumas side were beaten into submission by the All Blacks.

Pumas facing up to reality

Pumas facing up to reality

Over-confidence is in short supply in the Argentinian camp and blunt reality rules the roost.

Pumas put faith in Scots scuttlers

Pumas put faith in Scots scuttlers

Argentina coach Santiago Phelan has reverted largely to the side that dramatically beat Scotland in the pool phase for the Pumas' quarterfinal against hosts New Zealand this weekend.

Argentina rely on pride and passion

Argentina rely on pride and passion

Pride and passion don't win rugby games on their own but they play a part and Argentina prop Marcos Ayerza has promised plenty of both in the World Cup quarter-final clash against the All Blacks.