Argentina supporters have not reacted well to their side\u2019s defeat by England, with footage emerging of their response as referee Angus Gardner left the pitch after full-time.<\/p>\n
Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n Gardner endured a demanding afternoon in Santiago del Estero, issuing seven yellow cards and making a key decision that denied Los Pumas what appeared to be a match-levelling try.<\/p>\n With the game in the final moments, Bautista Delguy crossed towards the corner and the initial on-field decision was a try. However, after an extensive review, the TMO determined that the ball had been grounded on the touch-in-goal line, overturning the decision and confirming England\u2019s 31-24 victory.<\/p>\n The controversy continued beyond the disallowed try. Several Argentina fans also argued that England\u2019s Noah Caluori should have been penalised for a high tackle on Delguy during the build-up.<\/p>\n Gardner deemed the contact acceptable, while the TMO did not intervene for foul play. However, supporters claimed the incident should have resulted in a penalty try if the tackle had illegally prevented a likely score.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udea8 \u201cLADR\u00d3N, LADR\u00d3N\u201d<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude21As\u00ed despidieron los hinchas a Angus Gardner, el \u00e1rbitro que le anul\u00f3 un try a Delguy sobre el final del partido entre Los Pumas e Inglaterra.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfc9La jugada ten\u00eda m\u00e1s de 20 fases y terminaba con el argentino apoyando en el in-goal, pero el TMO consider\u00f3 que\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/zUlwEt0HfG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 tendenciadenoticias (@TendenciaDN) July 18, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n A video shared by X user @TendenciaDN showed the reaction Gardner received as he walked from the field, with an object that appeared to be a plastic cup thrown in his direction and some supporters shouting \u201cThief, thief.\u201d<\/p>\n The incident came after a heated match in which Argentina players repeatedly surrounded the referee following several decisions, while both teams were involved in a number of off-the-ball confrontations that added to the tension between the sides.<\/p>\n POLL:<\/p>\n EDITORS PICKS:<\/p>\n England player ratings vs Argentina:<\/p>\n 15. Marcus Smith \u2014 7<\/p>\n He had a relatively quiet start but took his opportunities well when called upon, producing a strong tackle on Mateo Carreras and finishing smartly in the corner for the bonus-point try.<\/p>\n Smith was tested by Tom\u00e1s Albornoz, who managed to bump him off, and was again moved back to scrum-half for the second time in as many weeks.<\/p>\n The decision not to shift him to fly-half during Fin Smith\u2019s HIA was perhaps telling of where he currently stands in Steve Borthwick\u2019s plans.<\/p>\n 14. Tommy Freeman \u2014 7<\/p>\n Freeman was reliable and effective throughout, showing excellent awareness to finish off Fin Smith\u2019s cross-field kick for the opening try.<\/p>\n The Northampton Saints winger provided plenty of value through his work-rate, combining strong carries, a smart kick chase and a well-placed touchline kick to build pressure.<\/p>\n Although opportunities were limited, he made the most of his touches and continued to offer a dangerous attacking outlet.<\/p>\n 13. Henry Slade \u2014 7<\/p>\n The experienced Exeter Chiefs centre\u2019s combination with Seb Atkinson in midfield looked promising, while he also adapted well when moving to fly-half during Fin Smith\u2019s HIA.<\/p>\n His highlight came defensively, producing a huge tackle on Tom\u00e1s Albornoz to halt a dangerous attack.<\/p>\n 12. Seb Atkinson \u2014 7<\/p>\n Atkinson produced a composed and effective display, showing sharp hands, strong breakdown work and good distribution to help create attacking opportunities.<\/p>\n His direct style and consistency stood out, with the 24-year-old making a strong case to retain the No.12 jersey.<\/p>\n 11. Immanuel Feyi-Waboso \u2014 9<\/p>\n Was it Immanuel Feyi-Waboso playing in Santiago del Estero, or prime Julian Savea? It was a standout display from the Exeter Chiefs winger, whose explosive running and powerful carrying caused problems throughout.<\/p>\n He made a series of dangerous breaks, including a superb effort that set up Ben Earl, while his defensive work was equally impressive with a crucial tackle out wide.<\/p>\n He capped a brilliant performance by bursting through for a deserved try.<\/p>\n Feyi Waboso surely wins it for England! <\/p>\n Lovely solo run from the winger, and England, with ten minutes to go, are in prime position to see this out \ud83d\udd25#NationsChampionship<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/kwm8Eq3WJs<\/a><\/p>\n