Contepomi, new COACH of Los Pumas: the details

The historic flyhalf, former assistant to Michael Cheika, will be the Australian’s replacement in the Argentine Rugby Team.

After a good participation in France World Cup 2023, where The Pumas They reached fourth place after falling in the semifinals against All black of New Zealand and lost with England in the fight to get on the podium, Michael Cheika has quit being the coach of the Argentine Rugby Team and his replacement is already known: it will be Felipe Contepomi.

The historic opening, which won bronze in France World Cup 2007, He was a field assistant during the Australian era and will now remain as head coach. “I had the honor to work with Michael Cheika in putting together a sports project that challenges and inspires us as part of a great Argentina team and for that reason “I am grateful for the extraordinary opportunity that the UAR is giving me to continue to work towards the desired goal of the 2027 World Cup in Australia.”he assured.

Michael Cheika bid farewell to Los Pumas

“I want to thank all Argentines for these wonderful years together, as well as the UAR, the staff and the players for trusting me for this challenge.. Being the head coach of Los Pumas It fills me with pride and is one of the experiences I have enjoyed the most in my career as a coach. Although I was born in Australia, A big part of me will be Argentina. I am convinced that Felipe and his staff will lead the team in the best possible way.“, Australian insurance.

“I want to thank Michael Cheika for this path we have traveled together. His professionalism, passion and dedication for Argentine rugby is something we will not remember forever”he said Gabriel Travaglinipresident of the UAR. “Now we are convinced that Felipe is the right person for this new path to Australia 2027. Welcome Felipe, we wish you the best and we will accompany you in this great challenge”he concluded.