Rugby union in Argentina

Rugby union in Argentina
Centro de Estudiantes de Ingeniería, the first team formed by Argentine-born players.
CountryArgentina
Governing bodyArgentine Rugby Union
National team(s)Argentina
First played1873; 151 years ago (1873)
Registered players110,000 (2013)
Club competitions
International competitions

Rugby union in Argentina is a hugely popular team sport. The first rugby match played in the country dates back to 1873, as the game was introduced by the British. The Argentina national team, sometimes referred to as the Pumas, have competed at the Rugby World Cup, and are considered a tier one nation by the sport's governing body, World Rugby.