Los Pumas fall short against England in their final match of the year | OneFootball

The Argentine rugby team fell 27-23 to England this Sunday at the historic Twickenham Stadium in London, in what was the last international match of the year for the team led by Felipe Contepomi. The match, part of the November test window, left mixed feelings: despite the defeat, Los Pumas showed character, resilience, and stretches of very good play against one of the world’s rugby powerhouses.

The match was preceded by a great moment for the Argentine team, which had just achieved two resounding victories against Wales and Scotland during their tour of the United Kingdom. However, England—arriving with high morale after defeating the mighty All Blacks—set the tone at key moments and made the most of their opportunities.

During the first half, the home side dictated the pace of the game with physical and effective play, relying on the precision of their pack and the accuracy of their kicker. Los Pumas held firm with discipline, but some defensive lapses allowed the English to go into halftime with the lead.

In the second half, Argentina came out with renewed energy, managed to close the gap, and put pressure on the Red Rose with a more dynamic game. An Argentine try rekindled hope and led to a thrilling finish, although England ultimately held on to their lead and sealed the final 27-23 score.

Despite the unfavorable result, the tour’s overall balance leaves several positives for Los Pumas: the consolidation of new names, growth of the system, and a competitive level that allowed them to go toe-to-toe with three traditional northern hemisphere teams. Contepomi and his staff are already looking ahead to 2026, with a packed calendar and the clear goal of continuing to strengthen the team’s identity.

Los Pumas will return to the country in the coming days and will regroup at the start of the next international season. The year’s end, despite the defeat in London, finds them with a positive outlook and a solid foundation for what’s to come.

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