Felipe Contepomi criticizes England for disrespect after Argentina defeat
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi expressed his frustration following the Pumas' 31-24 loss to England in Santiago del Estero on July 19. Contepomi accused England of displaying a 'lack of respect' during the post-match celebrations, which could be heard during his press conference. Argentina was denied a potential equalizing try by the TMO after Bautista Delguy crossed the line in overtime, only for it to be ruled out due to a tackle by Henry Slade. England, despite facing four yellow cards, secured the win and celebrated a successful conclusion to their July tour.
- •Argentina lost 31-24 to England in Santiago del Estero.
- •Felipe Contepomi criticized England for celebrating loudly post-match.
- •Argentina's late try was ruled out for a sideline grounding.
- •England had four players sin-binned during the match.
- •The encounter ended with controversy and strong emotions from both teams.
- 9:47 AMBBC Sport — Argentina coach accuses England of lack of respect
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi accuses England of ‘lack of respect’
"Argentina heach coach Felipe Contepomi walks out of his news conference after the 31-24 defeat by England in the Nations Championship.
"Argentina were denied a try by the TMO that, if converted, would have snatched a draw deep into overtime
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External links- BBC SportJul 19, 2026, 9:47 AMArgentina coach accuses England of lack of respect
Argentina heach coach Felipe Contepomi walks out of his news conference after the 31-24 defeat by England in the Nations Championship.
- Yahoo SportsJul 19, 2026, 6:55 AMArgentina head coach Felipe Contepomi accuses England of ‘lack of respect’
Argentina were denied a try by the TMO that, if converted, would have snatched a draw deep into overtime
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