Centurion Ford inspires England to surprise win over Argentina

Steve Borthwick's depleted team win in La Plata 
Centurion Ford inspires England to surprise win over Argentina

England's Ben Spencer holds the ball during a rugby test match against Argentina in La Plata, Argentina, Saturday, July 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)

Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 - 23:09
Tony Jones

Summer Test: Argentina 12 England 35

England recovered from two first-half sin-bins to down Argentina by a 35-12 score with Test centurion George Ford kicking 15 points.

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