Argentina to host Scotland in Nations Championship opener in Córdoba

Los Pumas are preparing for the opening match of the 2026 Nations Championship against Scotland at the Mario Alberto Kempes stadium in Córdoba. The game is scheduled for early February (Saturday 4 February) and will be played before a crowd that can exceed 50,000 spectators.

Argentina’s squad, overseen by Felipe Contepomi, is finalising its XV after several injuries and absences, with players such as Mayco Vivas, Julián Montoya and Pedro Delgado named among the likely starters. Scotland, coached by Gregor Townsend, arrives after a dramatic 33‑24 comeback win at Murrayfield in November 2025, a result that still looms over the encounter.

Both teams see the match as a test of mental resilience and technical quality, with Argentina aiming to capitalize on home‑field advantage and Scotland seeking to improve on the previous setback. The fixture marks the formal start of the tournament and highlights the growing stature of Argentine rugby.