Australia vs Argentina Tips, Prediction & Preview

The Wallabies tour Argentina for the first time since 1997, with Tests in Jujuy on 29 August and Mendoza on 5 September. Tips, head-to-head, key markets and where to bet.

Australia vs Argentina returns in 2026 with the Wallabies touring Argentina for a two-Test series — their first trip there since 1997. The Tests are at Estadio 23 de Agosto in Jujuy on 29 August and Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza on 5 September, both at altitude and both a long way from home. Here are the tips, head-to-head, key markets and where to bet. For the wider spring program, see our Rugby Championship & Bledisloe Cup hub.

Australia vs Argentina: Match Details

Detail	Info
Series	Australia tour of Argentina (two Tests)
Test 1	Saturday 29 August 2026 — Argentina
Test 2	Saturday 5 September 2026 — Argentina
Last meeting	Argentina 28-26 Australia (Sydney, Sep 2025)
Broadcast	Stan Sport (AU)

 

Australia vs Argentina Head-to-Head

The Pumas have closed the gap fast. Argentina beat Australia 28-26 in Sydney in September 2025, with Santiago Carreras kicking 23 points, a week after the Wallabies had won the Townsville Test — a split series that captured how even this rivalry has become. Crucially, both 2026 Tests are in Argentina, where the Pumas are a different proposition; Australia has not toured there since 1997, so the away factor is significant.

Australia vs Argentina Betting Markets

• Series winner. Back Australia or Argentina to take the two-Test series (a drawn series is also priced).
• Match head-to-head. Pick the winner of each Test.
• Handicap (line). With both Tests in Argentina, the line is the smart play against the Pumas’ home record.
• Winning margin & total points. Bracket and over/under markets for tighter Tests.
• First & anytime try-scorer + same-game multi. Combine result, margin and tries.

Australia vs Argentina Prediction

Home advantage tilts this firmly toward Argentina, who have beaten Australia in three of their recent meetings and are formidable in front of their own crowd. The Wallabies have the talent to win a Test, but taking the Pumas on the handicap — and considering Argentina in the series-winner market — looks the percentage approach until team news and form lines firm up closer to kick-off.

Where to Bet on Australia vs Argentina

Compare the best odds and offers at our best rugby betting sites in Australia. Ladbrokes, Neds and bet365 frame the deepest Test rugby markets.

Australia vs Argentina FAQs

When do Australia play Argentina in 2026?

The Wallabies tour Argentina for a two-Test series on 29 August and 5 September 2026. It is Australia’s first tour of Argentina since 1997, with both Tests played away in front of passionate Pumas crowds.

Who won the last Australia v Argentina match?

Argentina won the most recent meeting 28-26 in Sydney in September 2025, kicked to victory by Santiago Carreras. The week before, Australia had beaten the Pumas in Townsville, so the 2025 series was split.

Are these Tests part of the Rugby Championship?

No. The Rugby Championship is not contested in 2026 — these two Tests are a standalone Australia tour of Argentina. The Rugby Championship, between Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Argentina, is scheduled to return in a later window.

What are the best markets for Australia v Argentina?

Two-Test series winner, match head-to-head, handicap (line), winning margin and first try-scorer are the most popular markets. With both Tests in Argentina, the handicap is where the value often sits given the Pumas’ strong home record.

Where can I bet on Australia v Argentina?

All leading Australian bookmakers frame series, match and player markets for the Wallabies’ tour of Argentina. See our best rugby betting sites for the top odds and offers.

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