Argentina's Pumas 7s Sevens Team Faces Major Player Turnover

Santiago Gómez Cora, long‑time coach of Argentina's Pumas 7s, discussed the squad's performance in the 2025‑26 World Rugby Sevens Series after a recent Rugby Premier League stint in India. He highlighted a deep roster overhaul: seven players left the team following the 2024‑25 season, prompting a rebuilding phase dominated by young, inexperienced talent. Despite the turnover, the side reached the series final but lost the title by a single try. Gómez Cora explained that many departures stemmed from players seeking opportunities in the 15‑a‑side game after the Paris Olympics, while others felt they had already achieved their goals with the sevens program. He expressed optimism that a new generation will emerge, driven by the identity the Pumas 7s have created.