England secured a 2-0 series victory over Argentina in rugby union, concluding the series with a 22-17 win in the final match held in La Plata. The series opener saw England dominate with a 35-12 victory, overcoming a challenging first half marked by ill-discipline and strong Argentine defense. Key performances included those of Will Muir and Tom Willis, with Willis notably praised for his impact in La Plata. England's strategy involved pinning Argentina in their own half through tactical kicking and robust defense, which ultimately wore down the hosts despite Argentina's increased patience in the second match. Jack van Poortvliet contributed a crucial late try off the bench in the final game, securing the narrow victory and the series win for Steve Borthwick's side. The series win was achieved despite disruptions caused by Jamie George’s late call-up to the British & Irish Lions.
Argentina 17 England 22 Jack van Poortvliet came off the bench to snatch a last-gasp try and with it the series win for England against Argentina on a day their best laid plans were disrupted by Jamie George’s late call-up to the Lions @alexspinksport✍️ https://t.co/LmvwOI5HS5
It's a series win for England! 🏴 Jack Van Poortvliet's late try helped Steve Borthwick's side claim a victory 💪 https://t.co/7k04envz0X
Very good result for England again in Argentina. There's been a clear formula there to pin Los Pumas in their own half with kicks, give them nothing to hit in defence and then wait for them to overplay. Argentina were more patient this week, but England lasted longer #ARGvENG