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England's Racism Claim in Argentina Clash Upheld by World Rugby
SAN JUAN, ARGENTINA, JUL 21 – World Rugby confirmed racist abuse against England players by a small group of Argentina fans during a match, but the perpetrators remain unidentified after a thorough investigation.
- During the second Test in San Juan on July 12, Argentina fans targeted England players with racist abuse from five to seven individuals, as confirmed by World Rugby.
- Following the tour match, the RFU filed a complaint on July 15, 2025, triggering an investigation involving witness statements and video analysis.
- In a statement, Gabriel Travaglini added, 'We strongly condemn all acts of racism and stand in solidarity with the England Rugby players who felt aggrieved,' noting efforts to identify the small group within over 20,000 spectators.
- Working with the Argentine Rugby Union to develop an action plan, aiming to educate fans and better prevent such incidents.
- The governing body stipulated that there will be no punishment for the UAR, while World Rugby expressed trust they will take steps to prevent recurrence.
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Los Angeles Times
Santa Maria TimesThe International Rugby Federation was unable to identify those responsible for acts of racism after receiving a complaint from England about abuses directed at its players during a game in Argentina this month.
Idaho State Journal
World Rugby unable to identify perpetrators of racism at Argentina-England match
LONDON (AP) — World Rugby couldn't identify perpetrators of racism after receiving a complaint from England regarding abuse aimed at its players during a match in Argentina this month.
The International Federation launched investigations after players from the 15th of England complained that they had been the target of discriminant comments from the public on the margins of a test-match on 12 July against the Pumas.
These insults were allegedly uttered by the Argentinian public at the meeting held in San Juan on 12 July.
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