# Wallabies prepare for Argentina rematch in Mendoza > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wallabies-japan-test-series > Updated: 2026-09-03T20:36:58.000Z. Sources: 38. Developments: 13. Following their 27-21 victory in Jujuy, the Wallabies are preparing for a second Test against Argentina in Mendoza. The team aims to achieve a rare away sweep and secure a fifth consecutive victory. To avoid a repeat of their 2024 performance in Santa Fe, where they suffered a 67-27 loss, the squad has undergone significant restructuring. Coach Les Kiss has announced several selection changes to build depth and experience. Ben Donaldson will make his first start of the 2026 season at fly-half. The midfield will be bolstered by the reunion of Len Ikitau, returning from ankle surgery, and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii. In the pack, Harry Wilson returns to the number eight position and resumes his role as captain. The Wallabies are currently on a four-game winning streak and intend to maintain momentum before facing South Africa later this month. Kiss noted that the rotation is intended to “bring in fresh bodies and test various combinations” following the physical encounter in the previous match. ## Claims - Massimo De Lutiis became the 1,000th player to be capped for the Australian Wallabies. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Australia defeated Japan 56-17 in a rugby match in Townsville. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Massimo De Lutiis scored a try during his milestone debut. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Les Kiss is the new head coach of the Wallabies. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The first Wallaby cap was awarded to Patrick Carew in 1899. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Australia swept the two-test rugby series against Japan. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Wallabies select squad for second Test against Argentina The Wallabies face Argentina in Mendoza with Harry Wilson returning as captain and Ben Donaldson starting at fly-half as coach Les Kiss rotates the squad to build depth. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-announce-major-lineup-changes-for-argentina-rematch ### 2026-09-01: Wallabies seek consecutive wins against Argentina in Mendoza The Wallabies aim for consecutive wins against Argentina in Mendoza, bolstered by the return of Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to the midfield following a recent winning streak. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-seek-consecutive-wins-against-argentina-in-mendoza ### 2026-08-30: Wallabies defeat Argentina 27-21 in Jujuy The Wallabies defeated Argentina 27-21 in Jujuy, marking their fourth consecutive victory under coach Les Kiss. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-defeat-argentina-27-21-in-jujuy ### 2026-08-23: Wallabies squad named for upcoming tour in Argentina Wallabies coach Les Kiss has named a 34-player squad for the tour in Argentina, featuring the potential return of center Len Ikitau amidst intense competition for midfield positions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-squad-named-for-upcoming-tour-in-argentina ### 2026-08-19: Wallabies squad updates ahead of Argentina tour Len Ikitau returns to the Wallabies squad for the upcoming tour of Argentina, as coach Les Kiss maintains roster consistency following recent wins against Japan. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-squad-updates-ahead-of-argentina-tour ### 2026-08-15: Massimo De Lutiis becomes 1,000th Wallaby capped for Australia Massimo De Lutiis became the 1,000th Wallaby capped for Australia, scoring a try as the team defeated Japan 56-17 to sweep their two-test series. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/massimo-de-lutiis-becomes-1000th-wallaby-capped-for-australia ### 2026-08-15: Wallabies defeat Japan 56-17 to sweep series in Townsville The Wallabies defeated Japan 56-17 in Townsville, securing a 2-0 series win. Taniela Tupou scored twice, while Massimo De Lutiis marked his debut as Australia's 1,000th capped player. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-face-japan-in-townsville-rugby-international ### 2026-08-12: Wallabies announce major squad changes for Japan Test Wallabies coach Les Kiss has announced major squad changes for the upcoming Test against Japan in Townsville, featuring the potential debut of the 1000th Wallaby, Massimo De Lutiis. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-prepare-for-high-octane-test-against-japan ### 2026-08-08: Wallabies defeat Japan 35-32 in Les Kiss' coaching debut New Wallabies coach Les Kiss began his tenure with a hard-fought 35-32 victory over Japan in Osaka, despite a red card to Miles Amatosero and intense heat. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/australia-defeats-japan-35-32-in-rugby-test-match ### 2026-08-06: Japan hosts Australia in Osaka test ahead of 2026 Rugby World Cup Japan hosts Australia in Osaka on Aug 8, with new Wallabies coach Les Kiss and Japan’s Eddie Jones facing off in a World Cup warm‑up amid heat and possible typhoon. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-hosts-australia-in-osaka-test-ahead-of-2026-rugby-world-cup ### 2026-08-06: Wallabies overcome red card to beat Japan 35-32 in Osaka The Wallabies defeated Japan 35-32 in Osaka, overcoming a 20-minute red card for Miles Amatosero to secure a win in Les Kiss's debut match as head coach. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-overcome-red-card-to-defeat-japan-35-32-in-osaka ### 2026-08-03: Wallabies face extreme heat and typhoon ahead of Japan Test The Wallabies train in Osaka under a historic heatwave and an approaching typhoon as they prepare for Les Kiss’s debut Test against Japan at Hanazono Stadium, with players downplaying the extreme conditions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wallabies-face-extreme-heat-and-typhoon-ahead-of-japan-test ### 2026-07-22: Les Kiss announces first Wallabies squad for Japan test series Les Kiss, new Wallabies coach, named a 34‑player squad for August tests vs Japan, retaining captain Harry Wilson, recalling Lukhan Salakaia‑Loto and adding uncapped Isaac Henry, while several veterans miss out. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/les-kiss-announces-first-wallabies-squad-ahead-of-japan-tests --- Cite as: Wallabies prepare for Argentina rematch in Mendoza. 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