Argentina has revealed their starting lineup for the Rugby World Cup Pool D clash against England in Marseille. Coach Michael Cheika has made several key selections and opted for a forward-heavy bench to maintain physical pressure on England.
Key Selections:
Juan Cruz Mallia returns at fullback.
Emiliano Boffelli and Mateo Carreras are on the wings.
Santiago Chocobares and Lucio Cinti form the powerful midfield.
Santiago Carreras is at flyhalf.
Gonzalo Bertranou takes the scrum-half position.
Julian Montoya captains the team from hooker.
Thomas Gallo and Francisco Gomez Kodela are the props.
Matias Alemanno and Tomas Lavanini form the second row.
Pablo Matera and Marcos Kremer are on the flanks.
Juan Martin Gonzalez is at number eight.
The bench features a 6-2 split between forwards and backs.
Coach Michael Cheika emphasized Juan Cruz Mallia’s versatility, as he can also serve as the backup flyhalf. Mallia’s ability to cover multiple positions allowed Cheika to leave Nicolas Sanchez out of the match-day 23.
Argentina aims to maintain their physical intensity against England and has prepared for an intense battle.
Argentina’s Pool D opponents also include Samoa, Japan, and Chile.
Argentina Starting XV:
Fullback: Juan Cruz Mallia
Wings: Emiliano Boffelli and Mateo Carreras
Centers: Santiago Chocobares and Lucio Cinti
Flyhalf: Santiago Carreras
Scrum-half: Gonzalo Bertranou
Number Eight: Juan Martin Gonzalez
Flanks: Pablo Matera and Marcos Kremer
Second Row: Matias Alemanno and Tomas Lavanini
Props: Francisco Gomez Kodela and Thomas Gallo
Hooker: Julian Montoya (Captain)
Replacements:
Agustin Creevy
Joel Sclavi
Eduardo Bello
Guido Petti
Pedro Rubiolo
Rodrigo Bruni
Lautaro Bazan Velez
Matias Moroni
