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Argentina topples Wales with 35-21 victory in rugby test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Argentina topples Wales with 35-21 victory in rugby test
Summary

Argentina secured a convincing 35-21 victory over Wales in San Juan on July 12. The Pumas dominated the match with five tries, showcasing superior pace and power. Wales, with recent wins against Italy and Fiji, struggled to keep up with Argentina's physicality and defensive cohesion. Head coach Steve Tandy acknowledged the need for improvement in tackling and offensive accuracy. Following this defeat, Wales will travel to South Africa, where changes to their lineup are expected due to player fitness concerns.

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By the Numbers
  • •Argentina scores five tries, outpacing Wales throughout the match.
  • •Wales shows resilience but fails to secure bonus points.
  • •Tandy cites tackling and physicality as areas for improvement.
  • •Wales captain Dewi Lake exits with a leg injury.
  • •Next, Wales travels to face South Africa in a challenging matchup.
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  • 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina provide reality check for Wales
  • 3:49 AMBBC Sport — Argentina provide reality check for Wales
What they're saying
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After back-to-back Test wins against Italy and Fiji, Wales were well beaten in San Juan with Argentina more than good value for their 35-21 victory.

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After back-to-back Test wins against Italy and Fiji, Wales were well beaten in San Juan with Argentina more than good value for their 35-21 victory.

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