Contepomi out of Argentina team

ARGENTINA captain Felipe Contepomi will miss the Test against Ireland because of an infection.

Tue, 18 Nov, 2008 - 00:00

Pumas doctor Guillermo Botto said “Felipe Contepomi is suffering from an infection as a result of a cut on his right hand.”

Coach Santiago Phelan has yet to confirm a replacement or who will wear the captain’s armband.

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