History of rugby union matches between Argentina and England


The national rugby union teams of England and Argentina have been playing each other since 1978. The status of the first match is ambiguous, as Argentina awarded Test caps to its players but England did not.
They have met in 24 matches recognised by both sides as Tests. The first match was on 30 May 1981 and was a 19-19 draw. The 1982 war between Britain and Argentina meant that their next encounter was not until 1990.
Including the ambiguous 1978 game, Argentina have played England 25 times with England winning 19, Argentina 4 with 2 drawn.
The rugby rivalry between the two countries is not known for being as tense as their football rivalry.

Summary

Overall

Records

Note: Date shown in brackets indicates when the record was last set.

Results

Non-test results

Below is a list of matches that Argentina has awarded matches test match status by virtue of awarding caps, but England did not.
No.DateVenueScoreWinnerCompetitionAttendanceNotes
114 October 1978Twickenham, London13–13draw1978 Argentina rugby union tour of Britain, Ireland and Italy

List of series

YearArgentinaEnglandSeries winner
198101
199011 draw
199711 draw
200911 draw
201302
201702