Scotland prepares for Argentina rematch after recent improvements
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:14 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Scotland's rugby team, coached by Peter De Villiers, faces Argentina in Cordoba on Saturday, July 2. They aim to build on positive performances since their last encounter, which ended in a 33-24 defeat at Murrayfield in November. Scotland has shown growth this year, securing wins over England, France, and Wales in the Six Nations. De Villiers expressed confidence in the team's progress, particularly in managing game momentum. Following the Argentina match, Scotland will travel to Pretoria to play South Africa, with their campaign concluding against Fiji at Murrayfield on July 18.
- •Scotland faces Argentina on Saturday, July 2 in Cordoba at 20:10 BST.
- •Scotland previously lost to Argentina 33-24 after leading 21-0.
- •Recent Six Nations wins include matches against England, France, and Wales.
- •De Villiers noted improvements in game management since last November.
- •Scotland's tour continues with matches against South Africa and Fiji.
- 8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Scotland have 'improved' before Argentina re-match
"Scotland scrum coach Peter De Villiers says Scotland have improved since their chastening defeat by the Pumas at Murrayfield in November. Last autumn, Scotland raced in a 21-0 lead against the Pumas, but a second-half collapse delivered a 33-24 defeat at Murrayfield.
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