Argentina Upset British Irish Lions 28-24 Dublin Rugby

Argentina stunned the British and Irish Lions with a 28-24 victory in Dublin during the Lions' first-ever fixture on Irish soil, marking a significant upset ahead of their Australian tour. Despite fielding a team featuring top players from England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, the Lions struggled against a Pumas side missing key players but demonstrating strong attacking and counter-attacking play, notably through Tomas Albornoz and Ignacio Mendy. The match saw multiple tries from both sides, including a penalty try awarded to the Lions and a decisive pacey try from Santiago Cordero for Argentina. The Lions, coached by Andy Farrell in his debut game, mounted several comebacks but could not overcome Argentina's dominance, especially in the first half where the Pumas took an 11-point lead. The game highlighted physical contests and strategic play, with Farrell’s squad including notable players such as Ellis Genge and Bundee Aki, but ultimately Argentina’s cohesive and dynamic offense prevailed. The Lions now prepare to travel to Australia for their tour opener against Western Force, seeking to regroup after this unexpected defeat.