Argentina Women Hold On
Argentina’s women beat China 22-17 thanks to a decisive Virginia Brígido try where she shrugged off a defender and dove over the line — the win secures progression to a clash with Spain next on Sunday. (x.com)
China scored in the final play of regulation and converted to level the match 17-17 at full time, forcing the contest into extra time. (espn.com.ar)) That extra-time period decided the closing match of day one at the SVNS 2 Montevideo leg, played at Estadio Charrúa. (espn.com.ar)) Argentina arrived at SVNS 2 as a promoted side after winning SVNS 3, so their results in Montevideo carry direct weight for access to the top-tier World Championship. (en.wikipedia.org)) Their next pool fixture is against Spain on Sunday, 22 March 2026, scheduled for 10:46 local time at Estadio Charrúa. (svns.com)) Spain already faced South Africa in an opening pool game and is also scheduled to meet China later on Sunday, meaning both Spain and Argentina play two pool matches before the knockout phase. (svns.com)) The 2026 SVNS 2 circuit comprises three tournaments — Kenya, Uruguay and Brazil — and the top four teams on aggregate points from SVNS 2 will advance to the SVNS World Championship. (en.wikipedia.org))
