Wallabies 2026 LIVE updates: Australia takes on Argentina in Mendoza
The Wallabies are looking to defeat Argentina twice in as many weeks to continue Les Kiss’s strong start as coach. Follown the action live.
The Wallabies are preparing to face the Pumas in Mendoza, with the aim of extending their winning streak to five consecutive Tests. This will mark the first time the Wallabies have won a multi-Test series in Argentina. The Springboks currently lead the series 2-1 after defeating the All Blacks 29-24 at Soccer City. The series concluded in Baltimore, indicating the second Test between the Pumas and Wallabies in Argentina due to the postponement of the Rugby Championship this year.
The Wallabies have previously toured Argentina in 1979, marking their first Test match in the South American nation. Should the Wallabies secure a victory in Mendoza, it would be a historic moment for the team, as they have never previously swept a two-Test series in the nation. The temperature was reported to be around 4 degrees Celsius with overcast skies during a previous visit.
The Wallabies have a strong history in Mendoza, having won three out of their four meetings with the Pumas in the city. Their most recent win was in 2022, a 41-26 victory. Overall, the Wallabies have won 31 Tests between the two nations, while the Pumas have claimed 10 victories, with three Tests resulting in a draw. Pumas coach Felipe Contepomi has made four changes to his starting lineup, including bringing in prop Pedro Delgado and locks Efraín Elías and Franco Molina.
The Pumas' reshuffled match-day line-up has forced positional changes, with Guido Petti moved from lock to flanker, and Santiago Carreras shifted to fullback. Overseas commitments have resulted in the Pumas missing several of their best players. The Wallabies have made several changes to their starting XV, including the return of captain Harry Wilson at number eight, with Rob Valetini shifting to blindside flanker, Len Ikitau and Joseph Suaalii reuniting in the centers, and Filipo Daugunu added to the back three.
Coach Les Kiss has opted for a fresh front row, featuring Taniela Tupou, Billy Pollard, and Angus Bell in the starting lineup.
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