Young England snatch dramatic win over Argentina

England’s Nick Isiekwe holds a trophy after winning the match - Reuters 

Reuters: A young England side shorn of its best players due to the British and Irish Lions tour showed nerve and composure in a last-gasp 38-34 win over Argentina in San Juan on Saturday.

Denny Solomona stole the show with a brilliant solo try in a match that will live long in the memory for the 10 England players who made their debut.

Solomona may have taken the limelight at the end, but it was the experienced George Ford and his best performance in an England shirt that proved decisive.

Ford scored 23 points, landing kicks from every angle and from long distance, while his passing kept the Pumas defence on edge throughout.

Argentina were maddened by England’s refusal to go away, even after Juan Martin Hernandez’s drop goal with three minutes left had seemingly secured victory.

It was a classic match, never less than full throttle, though the teams took time to settle into the brilliance that illuminated the second half.

Argentina led 17-13 at the break, two superb tries from Emiliano Boffelli, one of two Argentina debutants, and Tomas Lavanini answering a sweeping effort finished by Marland Yarde.