Argentina's Rodrigo Isgro is set to face off against his former Quins team-mate Marcus Smith as England hosts Argentina at Twickenham. The 26-year-old winger, who played for Harlequins last season before joining the Premiership club this year, has been making a name for himself in England.
Isgro's journey from sevens star to rugby union full-back was not an easy one. Born in Mendoza, Argentina, he grew up playing football and later turned to rugby, winning a bronze medal at the 2020 Olympics. In 2023, Isgro was named the world's best sevens player.
Despite struggling with English language and culture when he first arrived in England, Isgro quickly formed close bonds with his Quins team-mates, including Smith. The two players have been instrumental in helping Isgro adjust to life in London, and their friendship has grown stronger over time.
Isgro's experience playing alongside Smith was invaluable during his early days at Quins. The two players linked well together on the pitch, with Isgro scoring a try just 25 minutes into his debut against Bath.
However, not everyone is giving Argentina the respect they deserve. Isgro believes that England fans may be underestimating their opponents due to their team's impressive recent run of wins and victories over top-ranked teams like the All Blacks.
"It's our focus on the game, and improving it," Isgro said in an interview with BBC Sport. "The results will come if we play well, and do the things we're working on in the week. We don't know if people underestimate us, but our focus is just on our game."
Isgro's journey from sevens star to rugby union full-back was not an easy one. Born in Mendoza, Argentina, he grew up playing football and later turned to rugby, winning a bronze medal at the 2020 Olympics. In 2023, Isgro was named the world's best sevens player.
Despite struggling with English language and culture when he first arrived in England, Isgro quickly formed close bonds with his Quins team-mates, including Smith. The two players have been instrumental in helping Isgro adjust to life in London, and their friendship has grown stronger over time.
Isgro's experience playing alongside Smith was invaluable during his early days at Quins. The two players linked well together on the pitch, with Isgro scoring a try just 25 minutes into his debut against Bath.
However, not everyone is giving Argentina the respect they deserve. Isgro believes that England fans may be underestimating their opponents due to their team's impressive recent run of wins and victories over top-ranked teams like the All Blacks.
"It's our focus on the game, and improving it," Isgro said in an interview with BBC Sport. "The results will come if we play well, and do the things we're working on in the week. We don't know if people underestimate us, but our focus is just on our game."
Isgro has been doing some solid work for Quins and now he's ready to take on the big boys at Twickenham. I mean, who would've thought that a guy from Mendoza could make it in the Premiership? 
He's got skills and experience under his belt, including that Olympic bronze medal 
. And let's not forget about Smith - their partnership on the pitch has been fire 
. Argentina's on a roll right now, and Isgro's confidence is sky-high. It's gonna be an intense match at Twickenham! 
you know i love stories of ppl who overcome obstacles & achieve their dreams! rodrigo isghro's journey from sevens star to rugby union fullback is super inspiring 
he went from playing football in argentina to becoming one of england's top players, and it's amazing how he adapted to english culture & language 
and his friendship with marcus smith is a great example of how sports can bring ppl together 
i think argentina fans might be worried about the underestimation thing, but ghro's focus on their game gives me hope they'll do well against england 
The All Blacks might have their reputation, but Argentina's got heart and talent - they've been on a tear lately, and it's not going unnoticed. 
Maybe the real question is, will Isgro's team be able to back up all that hype and put on a show for the Twickenham crowd? 
! I'm lovin' how far Rodrigo Isgro's come from bein' a sevens star to playin' in the Premiership. The dude's got skills for days, and his friendship with Marcus Smith is so cool - they're like two peas in a pod 
. Isgro's got a point, if you're underestimatin' them 'cause of their past wins and victories over top teams, that's just gonna backfire 
. The guy's just sayin', focus on the game and let the results happen. Let's give Argentina some respect 
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I think its gonna be a tough match for England tho. Like, I know they're having a great run of wins, but underestimating Argentina is a big mistake, if you ask me 
. Isgro's been through so much to get to where he is today, from playing sevens and then switching to rugby union. And now, he's facing off against his former friend Smith... that's gonna be intense! 
Let's just hope the Argentina squad can bring their A-game and show us what they're really made of 
. Isgro didn't become a pro rugby player overnight, and he's still got the skills to take down anyone on the pitch! It's like, can we really say anything about someone until we've given them a chance to shine? 
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. Smith is lucky to have him as a teammate, and their chemistry on the pitch is pure magic 
. Let's get ready to see some amazing rugby at Twickenham this weekend!
Their friendship off the pitch is just as strong as their game-changing combos on it 
He's like, "Hey guys, we're gonna smash you with our skills!" 
Please, Isgro's got skills for days! He was a beast in Sevens, and now he's making waves in the Premiership. Smith's gonna be all over him, but I think Isgro's got this one won. All Blacks are already worried about England, so why should Argentina fans be? 
I think that says a lot about the sportsmanship and class of an athlete like Isgro. It'll be interesting to see how this match plays out, but one thing's for sure – Argentina is not just a team, they're a symbol of resilience and determination 
- I think Argentina might just surprise England!