How popular is rugby in Argentina?

The only massively popular sport here is football. It's the only one that has a complete and constant media coverage all year round. Other sports are popular only amongst their practitioners but they don't enjoy much publicity by mass media. read more

Rugby union in Argentina is a popular team sport. The first rugby match played in the country dates back to 1873, as the game was introduced by the British. read more

Rugby is quite popular in Argentina after football and basketball (as well as field hockey) Although Rugby is traditionally seen as sport for social elites in Argentina; through the efforts of many individuals, Rugby is now used to help the social re-integration of People that served in prison. read more

Club rugby in Argentina is still largely amateur, as many of the top Argentine players cross the Atlantic to play their club rugby in Europe. The sport itself is however still extremely popular across the nation. read more