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England’s rugby union squad is preparing for a decisive final weekend in Argentina, with players mindful of hostile crowds and the potential repercussions of a football semi-final. Freeman and Pollock are in focus as the team closes its South American tour.
England has secured a five-try win over Argentina in Santiago del Estero, despite disciplinary bans and a late scare. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Marcus Smith lead the charge, with Ben Earl scoring twice in a high-tempo test that featured multiple sin-binnings and a review by the TMO.
England have claimed victory in a tense Test against Argentina, extending their July tour with a 31-24 win. Four players were sin-binned and yellow cards rise to 14 in eight Tests, prompting post-match commentary on discipline and standards.