Argentina's rugby team, the Pumas, kicks off the November international window this Sunday against Wales in Cardiff. Led by head coach Felipe Contepomi, the side aims to test variations and secure strong results ahead of the 2027 World Cup draw. The match starts at 12:10 Argentine time and will be broadcast on ESPN and Disney+.
The Pumas arrive at this match with some key absences but also with opportunities to give playing time to bench players or those needing to prove themselves. Head coach Felipe Contepomi will use this test match to assess the team's performance as part of preparations for future commitments.
The game will take place at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, kicking off a series of three international matches for Argentina in November. The Pumas will next face Scotland on November 16 and England on November 23. These outcomes will be crucial for a favorable position in the 2027 World Cup draw, set for December 3.
Confirmed lineups see Argentina with Santiago Carreras at fullback; Bautista Delguy, Justo Piccardo, Santiago Chocobares, and Mateo Carreras in the backline; Gerónimo Prisciantelli and Simón Benítez Cruz at halfback; Juan Martín González, Joaquín Oviedo, and Pablo Matera in the back row; Marcos Kremer and Guido Petti Pagadizábal in the second row; and Pedro Delgado, Julián Montoya (captain), and Mayco Vivas up front. Felipe Contepomi is the coach.
Wales, under Steve Tandy, fields Blair Murray at fullback; Tom Rogers, Max Llewellyn, Ben Thomas, and Josh Adams in the backs; Dan Edwards and Tomos Williams at halfback; Aaron Wainwright, Jac Morgan, and Alex Mann in the back row; Adam Beard and Dafydd Jenkins in the second row; and Keiron Assiratti, Dewi Lake, and Rhys Carre in the front row.
This clash offers the Pumas a chance to build on recent progress and adapt to high-level European opponents.