Donal Lenihan: Why everyone wants to avoid Argentina in World Cup draw

Placed in band three of the draw, they are the opposition everyone will want to avoid

Wed, 18 Nov, 2020 - 06:30

As the clock counts down towards the pool draw for the 2023 World Cup in France on December 14, Argentina offered a timely reminder to the rugby world what they have to offer.

Placed in band three of the draw, they are the opposition everyone will want to avoid, especially after what transpired in Sydney last Saturday.

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