Italy and Argentina Set for Rugby Showdown with Historic Coaching Rivalry

Gonzalo Quesada and Felipe Contepomi, former Pumas teammates, lead Italy and Argentina into a highly anticipated test match in Udine.

Gonzalo Quesada, now coaching Italy, faces his home nation Argentina, marking the first time Argentina plays against an Argentine coach in test rugby.
Italy, under Quesada, is coming off its best-ever Six Nations campaign, while Argentina, led by Contepomi, had a strong Rugby Championship performance.
Tommaso Allan returns to the Italian squad after an eight-month hiatus, providing a boost to the team's lineup.
Argentina has made significant changes to its backline due to injuries, with several players being recalled or promoted for the match.
The match will be held at Stadio Friuli in Udine, a venue that reflects the deep-rooted cultural ties between Italy and Argentina.