Malcolm Marx of South Africa on the charge against Argentina. Photo: photosport
Argentina will play their 2025 Rugby Championship home game against South Africa in England at Twickenham, governing body SANZAAR said.
The southern hemisphere Rugby Championship between Australia, New Zealand and South Africa was launched in 1996 and later expanded to include Argentina.
The fixture, to be played on 4 October, is only the second match in the annual tournament's history to be held outside of the four involved nations.
Twickenham, also known as the "Allianz Stadium" for sponsorship reasons, hosted an Argentina 'home match' against Australia in the 2016 edition.
"It's always exciting to play at Allianz Stadium and we look forward to facing Argentina for the first time in the UK," South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus said.
"We've played two neutral-venue test matches at the iconic stadium since 2023 against New Zealand and Wales, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience, especially with the passionate crowd filling the stadium and the large contingent of Springbok supporters based in the UK."
Argentina players celebrate after winning the rugby union Championship match between Argentina's Pumas and South Africa's Springboks, at the Madre de Ciudades stadium in Santiago del Estero, Argentina, on September 21, 2024. (Photo by GERONIMO URANGA / AFP) Photo: GERONIMO URANGA
Argentina will have their work cut out against defending champions South Africa, who have also won the last two Rugby World Cups.
"It is an honour that Los Pumas have the opportunity to face the Springboks, the current world champions, at the legendary Allianz Stadium known as the 'Home of Rugby'...," Argentine Rugby Union president Gabriel Travaglini said in a statement.
"Undoubtedly, it will be an unforgettable experience for our players and a great opportunity to show our rugby to all the fans around the world."
The Rugby Championship kicks off on 16 August when South Africa host Australia.
- Reuters
