In a riveting clash that could have gone either way, Max Ojomoh emerged as the hero for England in their nail-biter against Argentina at Twickenham, contributing massively with a try and two assists to seal a 27-23 victory. This win marked a sweet end to England's 2025 campaign, stretching their winning streak to an impressive 11 games.
England, under the guidance of Steve Borthwick, started strong. Ojomoh, stepping in only after Fraser Dingwall's last-minute injury, didn't miss a beat. Alongside him, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso dazzled, with both youngsters crossing the whitewash in the first half. George Ford was impeccable with the boot, nailing both conversions and a drop goal, taking England to a comfortable 17-3 lead at the break.
However, Argentina, fresh off a comeback victory against Scotland, showed no signs of backing down. They narrowed the gap to a mere point at 17-16, thanks to Justo Piccardo's try and a couple of penalties. The tension at Twickenham was palpable as the match entered its final stages.
"We knew we needed something special to break the deadlock, and Max provided just that,"
said an elated Borthwick after the match.
Ojomoh's magic continued in the second half as he set up a crucial try for centre partner Henry Slade, pushing England ahead. Despite Rodrigo Isgro's last-minute try for the Pumas, a botched lineout in the dying seconds of the game dashed any hopes of an Argentine miracle. Ford rounded off his scoring with a late penalty, finishing with a personal tally of 12 points.
The match wasn't devoid of drama, with several tries being disallowed and penalties missed, but England showed resilience and tactical acumen to hold off the spirited Pumas. The defeat ended Argentina's aspirations for an unbeaten tour, but they certainly didn't go down without a fight.
With this victory, England not only avenged their summer losses but also set a formidable tone for the challenges ahead. Both teams exhibited moments of brilliance, making this a fitting finale to the Autumn Nations Series. As the final whistle blew, the cheers of the home crowd echoed the relief and pride of a hard-fought victory.
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In a riveting clash that could have gone either way, Max Ojomoh emerged as the hero for England in their nail-biter against Argentina at Twickenham, contributing massively with a try and two assists to seal a 27-23 victory. This win marked a sweet end to England's 2025 campaign, stretching their winning streak to an impressive 11 games.
England, under the guidance of Steve Borthwick, started strong. Ojomoh, stepping in only after Fraser Dingwall's last-minute injury, didn't miss a beat. Alongside him, Immanuel Feyi-Waboso dazzled, with both youngsters crossing the whitewash in the first half. George Ford was impeccable with the boot, nailing both conversions and a drop goal, taking England to a comfortable 17-3 lead at the break.
However, Argentina, fresh off a comeback victory against Scotland, showed no signs of backing down. They narrowed the gap to a mere point at 17-16, thanks to Justo Piccardo's try and a couple of penalties. The tension at Twickenham was palpable as the match entered its final stages.
"We knew we needed something special to break the deadlock, and Max provided just that,"
said an elated Borthwick after the match.Ojomoh's magic continued in the second half as he set up a crucial try for centre partner Henry Slade, pushing England ahead. Despite Rodrigo Isgro's last-minute try for the Pumas, a botched lineout in the dying seconds of the game dashed any hopes of an Argentine miracle. Ford rounded off his scoring with a late penalty, finishing with a personal tally of 12 points.
The match wasn't devoid of drama, with several tries being disallowed and penalties missed, but England showed resilience and tactical acumen to hold off the spirited Pumas. The defeat ended Argentina's aspirations for an unbeaten tour, but they certainly didn't go down without a fight.
With this victory, England not only avenged their summer losses but also set a formidable tone for the challenges ahead. Both teams exhibited moments of brilliance, making this a fitting finale to the Autumn Nations Series. As the final whistle blew, the cheers of the home crowd echoed the relief and pride of a hard-fought victory.