Argentina and Scotland will face off in the opening round of the Nations Championship on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Cordoba.
Kick-off is scheduled for 8:10 p. m.
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BST.
This match marks the beginning of a challenging summer tour for Gregor Townsend's Scottish squad, which also includes fixtures against South Africa and Fiji.
Scotland will be without fly-half Finn Russell, who is sidelined with a calf injury sustained at the end of the Gallagher Premier League season.
Tom Jordan will start at number 10 in his absence.
Kyle Rowe takes the full-back position, while Rory Hutchinson partners captain Sione Tuipulotu in the midfield after strong performances for Northampton.
The forward pack features Pierre Schoeman and Scott Cummings, both earning their 50th international caps for Scotland.
Lock Jonny Gray makes his first national appearance since the 2025 Six Nations.
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Uncapped Glasgow Warriors hooker Gregor Hiddleston is named among the substitutes following a standout United Rugby Championship campaign.
Milestones for Argentina
Argentina's lock Matias Alemanno will earn his 100th international cap in his hometown of Cordoba, becoming the fifth Pumas player to reach this milestone.
His second-row partner, Guido Petti, is also close to his century, needing one more appearance.
The Pumas lineup includes youth centre Faustino Sanchez Valarolo in midfield alongside the playmaking duo of Tomas Albornoz and Santiago Carreras.
This encounter follows a previous meeting at Murrayfield in November, where Scotland led 21-0 before Argentina staged a comeback victory.
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on ITV4 and streamed via ITVX starting at 7:30 p.
m. BST.
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Radio Scotland will provide audio commentary with Andy Burke, Peter Wright, and Lisa Martin.
