England Edges Argentina in Thrilling Finish Amid Tactical Brilliance and Controversy
November 23, 2025
Looking ahead, England's next fixture is the 2026 Six Nations opener against Wales, while Argentina's season concludes with fixtures resuming in July 2026 in the Nations Championship.
Ojomoh started the scoring by finishing a loose ball and later set up Immanuel Feyi-Waboso with a cross-field kick, while Slade finished a standout wide move capitalizing on Ojomoh's groundwork.
England led 17-3 at halftime, but Argentina staged a late fightback to trim the gap to a single point, keeping pressure on the hosts into the final moments.
A late Isgro try and a controversial close-range sequence amplified the drama, as England's defense held firm under high pressure in the closing minutes.
Argentina's frustration grew late in the game, with commentary noting lineup changes affecting performance.
England opened the game with dominance through tactical kicking and a powerful scrum, with Ford and Spencer driving the kicking game and Ben Earl's late turnover helping prevent a potential Argentina try.
Coles was shown a late yellow card for repeated infringements in the red zone, adding to the tense finish.
Post-match reflections highlighted Ojomoh's relief at earning a first home start with national impact and praise for the squad's resilience after a challenging finish.
Analysts emphasized England's resilience and continued title contention, alongside discussions of Six Nations form and upcoming fixtures.
Argentina's coach accused Tom Curry of a reckless tackle and alleged a tunnel incident, while England's coach rejected the bully accusation and defended Curry's character.
The piece also provides pre-match context, recent form for both teams, and the broader tour and schedule backdrop that framed the match.
Key strategic notes highlighted England's use of bench depth, aerial contest, and the choice to chase corners at times to energize the crowd.
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BBC Sport • Nov 23, 2025
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The Star • Nov 23, 2025
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CNA • Nov 23, 2025
England survive Argentine comeback for 27-23 win