Wallabies looking for confidence-boosting success in Argentina

BUENOS AIRES, Aug 25: Australia's Ben Donaldson believes a successful run in the upcoming two-test series against Argentina will provide a much-needed confidence boost ahead of next year's World Cup. The Wallabies face Argentina in San Salvador de Jujuy on Saturday, followed by a match in Mendoza one week later, as they continue their preparations for hosting the World Cup.

Donaldson, speaking at a press conference in Buenos Aires, stated that the upcoming matches are vital for the team's confidence, cohesion, and belief as they approach a crucial year. He emphasized that every game, especially away trips in hostile environments like Argentina, holds significant value. Australia has played five tests this year, with nine more scheduled by the end of November, and more preparatory games planned for next year.

The 27-year-old fly-half added that every game will carry weight as the team heads into the World Cup, with the first match set to take place against Hong Kong in Perth on October 1, 2027. New coach Les Kiss has implemented a more direct attacking style, striking a balance between playing wide and playing directly through the opposition.

Donaldson, who contributed to the narrow 35-32 away win against Japan and the convincing 56-17 home victory in Townsville, expressed enjoyment of the new approach while acknowledging the need to strike a balance in the team's attacking strategy.