Rassie Erasmus cautious as Springboks face Argentina in rugby test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:46 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus emphasized the challenge presented by Argentina ahead of their rugby test scheduled for Saturday at Estadio Jose Amalfitani in Buenos Aires. Despite Argentina's recent struggles, including losses to Scotland and England, Erasmus recognized their quality and resilience in previous encounters. Both teams are undergoing changes, with South Africa fielding an experimental side and Argentina debuting new players like Francisco Moreno. Erasmus expressed concern that the match may be viewed as a warm-up ahead of South Africa's upcoming series against New Zealand, which begins later this month.
- •South Africa faces Argentina on August 8 in Buenos Aires.
- •Rassie Erasmus highlighted Argentina's strength despite its poor form.
- •Argentina's Tomas Albornoz is suspended after a controversial try disallowed against England.
- •South Africa is experimenting with its squad, featuring only five likely starters for New Zealand.
- •Francisco Moreno makes his debut for Argentina in the match.
- 1:46 AMYahoo Sports — South Africa coach Erasmus wary of struggling Argentina
"South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus insists the world champions face a "massive challenge" against Argentina on Saturday despite the recent poor form of their opponents. "Argentina are a quality outfit and we are preparing for a physical and gruelling battle," said Erasmus, a key coaching figure in the 2019 and 2023 Rugby World Cup triumphs of South Africa.
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