Advertisement

Readers like you keep news free for everyone.

More than 5,000 readers have already pitched in to keep free access to The Journal.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can help keep paywalls away.

Support us today
Not now
Thursday 8 June 2023 Dublin: 15°C

# Pumas

All time
# Winning formula
Opinion: Club mentality and ref management made Ireland a different beast
Declan Kidney’s squad rediscovered what makes them hungry to win, but the game-plan was made to suit more than just the players.
# big win
'We won't get over-excited': Coach and captain thankful for fine margins
Jamie Heaslip says the winning scoreline flattered Ireland, while Declan Kidney nodded to a game-plan that finally ‘clicked’.
# ugly scene
Irish camp trust citing commissioner to deal with alleged Puma 'eye-gouging'
TV footage from yesterday’s game appeared to show contact being made with Peter O’Mahony’s eye.
# Job Done
Ecstatic Gilroy set for 6 Nations role after grabbing opportunity with both hands
Donnacha Ryan picked up the official man of the match award for an excellent outing at lock.
# out of 10
#IreARG: How Ireland's match-winners rated today
A host of Irish players put in fantastic shifts at Lansdowne Road as Declan Kidney’s side won 46-24.
# happy chappie
Declan Kidney hails 'great day' for Ireland after Argentina blow-out
The Irish coach was delighted with the effort of his pack and international newcomers Simon Zebo and Craig Gilroy.
# nine on it
November tests: Conor Murray predicts ferocious battle against Argentina
The Munster scrum-half has alerted his teammates to the attacking evolution in the Pumas’ play.
# November Tests
Argentina make 4 changes to starting XV ahead of Ireland clash
Pumas’ flanker Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe will captain the side at the Aviva Stadium tomorrow.
# IreArg
Heaslip cracks it – Play Argentina for 80 minutes or we won’t come close
The Irish captain may be on to something here.
# IreArg
November tests: McCarthy plans to replicate Bok-bashing form
‘Annoying, frustrating counter-ruckers’. Are you sure you’ve never played Argentina before Mike?
# Forward Planning
Ayerza hoping to end landmark year on high
The Leicester prop is confident that a decent Argentinian performance this week, will bring a first ever win in Dublin.
# IreArg
November tests: The only way is up for Foley
The Ireland forwards coach has personal experience of grinding out victories over Argentina.
# November Tests
Mike Ross eager to atone for scrum slip-up against Springboks
The Leinster prop proved he was human against South Africa. He will be hoping to lift expectations when he faces Argentina.
# Grudge match
'I'm sure we're going to hop off each other at the weekend' - Keith Earls
Replacing the world-class Brian O’Driscoll may prove impossible but a starring role against Argentina won’t go astray.
# IreArg
November tests: Sexton misses training but back row set to stay intact
The Irish out-half may not train until Thursday morning.
# bright sparks
It's a new time for Irish rugby declares Kidney as Argentina test looms
‘It certainly makes going to work easier on Monday when you’ve got a win,’ remarked the Irish coach.
# 4 sight
'We needed that': O'Callaghan hoping Ireland's confidence carries over for Pumas clash
The second row says it has been too long since he lasted tasted victory in a green shirt.
# November Tests
Phelan wields the axe ahead of Lansdowne showdown
Lucas Gonzalez Amorosino and Juan Figallo have been omitted from the Pumas squad on its way to Dublin.
# try outs
Fergus McFadden hopes two-try performance will earn starting role against Pumas
The Leinster player will be pushing hard for the left wing spot when Argentina come to town.
# Know Your Enemy
VIDEO: Here’s how France romped to victory over Argentina last night
It was another impressive performance showing from Les Bleus.
# Inspirational
November tests: Lobbe eyes Irish scalp as Pumas seek to end year on a high
The Argentina captain reveals that coaching tips doled out by Graham Henry have motivated his teammates.
# Pumas
Pumas celebrate Welsh anniversary in style
Second-half tries by Juan Imhoff and Gonzalo Camacho proved the difference as the Pumas’ recorded only their second win in Cardiff.
# Preview
All Blacks can wrap up Rugby Championship by beating Argentina
That would make Richie McCaw’s six-month sabbatical all the sweeter.
# Preview
All Blacks and Pumas promise power and passion
Argentina face New Zealand in Wellington tomorrow, a repeat of the World Cup quarter-final.
# November Gain
Cheers to that: Springboks and Pumas to tackle Ireland in Guinness Series
Aviva matches confirmed against Argentina and South Africa and a day at the Park for Wolfhounds
# Virals
YouTube top 10: because one GAA backheel isn't enough
With some more GAA backheel magic, synchronised marching and Alex Ferguson getting intimate with a reporter, this week’s 10-video countdown is a mix of the current and the classic.
# Friends Reunited
The Ireland vs Argentina Story: how the rivalry began
They say old friends are best – let’s see as fierce rivals Ireland and Argentina meet tomorrow. Andy McGeady traces the roots of the rivalry.
# November Tests
Darcy planning to be fighting fit to face Pumas
Ireland centre is among Ireland’s walking wounded after the bruising New Zealand encounter.
# The Morning Score
The Morning Score: Tuesday
Good news for Irish golf fans, soccer refs make a decision passing the Scottish picket line and Ancelotti says he’s going nowhere.