Argentina sound a warning for the World Cup

IRELAND’S World Cup opponents Argentina have proved they can compete with the best in the world after their displays against France and South Africa this month, coach Marcel Loffreda said at the weekend.

Argentina, who beat France 2-0 at home, were denied an historic first win over South Africa on Saturday after scoring three tries to two and leading 25-16 with three minutes remaining.

They were denied victory by a converted try and a last gasp penalty by flyhalf Louis Koen which allowed the Springboks to squeak home 26-25.