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Potential Comeback Pumas in 2026

A notable turnover of Argentine players has taken place in the two years of international competition under Felipe Contepomi. In some cases, former permanent selections have been overtaken while in others former fringe players are now further behind. This article identifies players who could make comebacks for Los Pumas in …

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The Greatest Day in Chile Rugby’s History

The greatest day in Chile’s Rugby history is September 27, 2025. The day saw Los Cóndores booking their place at Rugby World Cup 2027 by defeating Samoa 31-12 at a packed Estadio Sausalito in Viña del Mar. The match was game two of a home-and-away Rugby World Cup Qualifying series …

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Remembering Rugby World Cup 2003

The Rugby World Cup returns to Australia in 2027. It will be the third Men’s Rugby World Cup with matches in Australia and the second with every match played in the country. It will also be the final tournament before the Americas hosts for the first time in 2031. A …

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Benetton sign Pumas Fly Half Nicolás Roger

United Rugby Championship (URC) side Benetton Rugby have confirmed the signing of Pumas fly half Nicolás Roger Farías. The 25-year-old joins the Italian side with immediate effect, replacing countryman Tomás Albornoz who made a mid-season transfer from Benetton Rugby to Toulon. Roger comes from Northern Argentina. He is a product …

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Five Classic Pumas Tries vs England

Los Pumas and England have competed against each other in international competition since 1978. The near half-century has seen 31 matches played with fixtures players both home-and away as well as at four different Rugby World Cup tournaments. Some amazing tries have been scored over the years. Examples of five …

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Tarucas Roster for Super Rugby Americas 2026

Los Tarucas have confirmed their player roster for Super Rugby Americas (SRA) 2026. The Tucumán-based franchise joined the South American professional rugby league for the SRA 2025 season. The team proved to be competitive in their rookie campaign and will be looking to build on that for the 2026 season. …

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Pumas Injection in Super Rugby Americas 2026

There will be an injection of Pumas in Super Rugby Americas (SRA) 2026. Players capped by Argentina at the Senior Men’s level and Los Pumas 7’s players have been confirmed on rosters announced today, December 24, for the SRA 2026 season. Three Pumas have been included on Argentine rosters for …

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MLR Off-Season Update: Anthem RC

It remains to be seen if Anthem can finally conjure their first franchise victory in 2026, but the team has undoubtedly received significant upgrades in the off-season. The roster now more closely resembles a senior USA squad with four capped Eagles among the 16 new signings confirmed to date. Luke …

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Puma and Eagle Sign Top 14 Contract Extensions

A Puma and an Eagle have secured their playing future in the Top 14. Justo Piccardo and Jack Iscaro both signed contract extensions to remain in France’s elite with both players now having added to their contracts with their existing clubs. Center Justo Piccardo arrived at Montpellier this season. He …

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Australia vs Who to Open Rugby World Cup 2027?

Australia will host Rugby World Cup 2027. The tournament opener will take-place in Perth, Western Australia on Friday, October 01, 2027. It will be a pool match between hosts Australia and one of the Wallabies’ three Pool A rivals: New Zealand, Chile or Hong Kong. They are three very different …

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MLR Off-Season Update: New England Free Jacks

It will be a dramatically different New England Free Jacks that defends the Shield in 2026. The three-time champions have been hit hard by the league’s new import regulations, while other leading men have moved on to overseas contracts. At the time of writing only three starters from the 2025 …

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South American Debutants in 2025

South American teams fielded test debutants in 2025. Three of them are teams that will compete at the next Men’s Rugby World Cup. The busy year of international competition in 2025 included Uruguay and Chile successfully qualifying for Rugby World Cup 2027. This means South America will repeat the 2023 …

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