The Wallabies are preparing for a tough two-Test tour of Argentina as the Les Kiss era continues.
The two teams have played plenty of thrilling Tests in recent years, with the Wallabies famously snatching victory after the bell last year in Townsville.
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Los Pumas have had a rocky 2026, but remain one of the toughest away trips in World Rugby as their passionate fans look to rally them to victory.
Rugby.com.au gives you the breakdown of everything you need to know about Argentina.
Argentina had a rough start to their Nations Championship campaign, going down in a high-scoring match to Scotland before a rebound win over Wales.
They pushed England all the way, denied a try on the siren that could've potentially drawn the game.
Their most recent game against South Africa ended in a gutsy 17-10 loss with a host of stars missing (still missing from this tour.}
Backs: Simón Benítez Cruz, Gonzalo Bertranou, Santiago Carreras, Lucio Cinti, Agustin Fraga, Rodrigo Isgró, Ignacio Mendy, Matias Moroni, Agustin Moyano, Benjamin Ordiz, Santiago Pernas, Geronimo Prisciantelli, Nicolas Roger, Faustino Sanchez Valarolo, Mateo Soler, Tobias Wade
Forwards: Facundo Cardozo, Pedro Delgado, Efraín Ellis, Benjamín Grodona, Tomás Lavanini, Rodrigo Martínez, Pablo Matera, Franco Molina, Francisco Moreno, Joaquín Moro, Leonel Oviedo, Juan Penoucos, Guido Petti, Tomás Rapetti, Ignacio Ruiz, Juan Martín Scelzo, Mayco Vivas, Boris Wenger
A large contingent of Los Pumas' stars from the Nations Championship are currently unavailable for the two-Test series.
Regular captain Julián Montoya headlines the group alongside senior players such as Mateo Carreras, Santiago Chocobares, Bautista Delguy, and Marcos Kremer.
Flyhalf Tomás Albornoz is serving a suspension after his contact of referee Angus Gardner, with Thomas Gallo, Juan Martin Gonzalez, Juan Cruz Mallia and Pedro Rubiolo out injured.
Make no mistake, Argentina is still stacked with stars that are among the world's best, most notably Pablo Matera.
Matera is a hero of Argentinian Rugby, leading the line for a string of famous wins for Los Pumas.
The backline is filled with rapid speedsters, with Rodrigo Isgro, Lucio Cinti and Ignacio Mendy amongst several who have plied their trade on the Sevens circuit.
Centre Faustino Sánchez Valarolo is out to make an impact on Test level, starting against Scotland and South Africa.
He is one of several in the squad from Super Rugby Americas, with Juan Penoucos making his Test debut against the Springboks.
Bristol back-rower Benjamin Grondona stepped up and scored the opener against South Africa.
Felipe Contepomi is a legend of Argentinian rugby who is bringing the same success to Los Pumas that he did on the field.
Argentina's all-time point scorer joined the coaching staff as an assistant in 2022, taking over from Michael Cheika after the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
He delivered their best Rugby Championship result in 2024, including a maiden win over the All Blacks in New Zealand.
The Wallabies' overall record against Argentina (30-10-3) is dominant, but recent years have shown how close the two teams are.
The teams have traded wins in the last five matches, with Argentina holding on for a 28-26 victory in Sydney in their last encounter.
Australia hold a 10-6 advantage in Argentina, splitting the series in 2024.
There's a distinct Western Force flavour within Argentina's squad.
Lock Franco Molina became an instant club favourite after 13 appearances in 2026, scoring on debut.
Leonel Oviedo and Agustin Moyano also featured for Simon Cron's side, both used off the bench.
1. Boris Wegner
2. Ignacio Ruiz
3. Pedro Delgado
4. Guido Petti
5. Tomas Lavanini
6. Pablo Matera
7. Benjamin Grondona
8. Joaquin Moro
9. Simón Benítez Cruz
10. Santiago Carreras
11. Ignacio Mendy
12. Faustino Sanchez Valarolo
13. Luico Cinti Luna
14. Rodrigo Isgró
15. Geronimo Priscinatelli
