Shaun Edwards, the 59‑year‑old former Wigan rugby league star and one of rugby union’s most decorated coaches, has joined Argentina’s coaching staff until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Edwards will start with Felipe Contepomi’s team at the end of October, bringing his international experience to a Pumas squad that includes former head coach Mario Ledesma overseeing the forwards. The Englishman, who previously coached France to three Six Nations titles, Wales for 12 years, and won four English league titles and two Champions Cups with Wasps, said he admires Argentine players and hopes to help the three‑time semi‑finalists in their upcoming pool matches against Fiji, Spain and Canada.
Edwards’ move ends speculation about a role in England’s men’s set‑up, though he will continue his consultancy with England’s women’s team. Argentina face Ireland, Italy and France in November’s Nations Championship before the World Cup, which runs from 1 to 13 October 2027.
Source: BBC Sport · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing