Scotland secures narrow victory over Argentina in Nations Championship opener
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Scotland began their Nations Championship campaign with a 47-38 victory over Argentina in Cordoba. The Scottish team scored seven tries, with Sione Tuipulotu, Pierre Schoeman, and Rory Hutchinson among the first-half scorers, leading 19-10 at halftime. Argentina mounted a comeback with three tries, but Scotland maintained their advantage throughout the match. The win improves Scotland's record to four wins in six Tests this year and sets the stage for their next match against South Africa.
- •Scotland scored seven tries, including three in the first half.
- •Argentina initially led through Joaquin Oviedo's try.
- •Scotland faces South Africa next in their Nations Championship schedule.
- •Tom Jordan and Fergus Burke each converted three tries for Scotland.
- •Argentina scored two late tries but fell short of a comeback.
"Scotland banished any lingering demons from November as they kicked off their Nations Championship with an impressive 47-38 away win over Argentina.
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