Las Yaguaretés Dominate Day One at SVNS 2 in Nairobi
Las Yaguaretés secured a triumphant start at the SVNS 2 tournament in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday, February 14, 2026. The Argentine women’s sevens team showcased their strength and determination, achieving three consecutive victories against challenging opponents.
Impressive Wins Against Top Competition
The team’s winning streak began with a 20-10 victory over China. They followed this with a hard-fought 19-17 win against Spain and concluded the day with a decisive 28-17 triumph over Brazil. This performance demonstrates their confidence following qualification from the SVNS 3 tournament.
Match Highlights: A Team Effort
The match against China saw tries from Talía Rodich (two), Cristal Escalante, and Paula Pedrozo, establishing a 15-0 lead at halftime. Despite a second-half push from China, Las Yaguaretés maintained control, with Rodich adding another try to seal the win.
The Spain match was particularly dramatic. Trailing early due to a yellow card, Las Yaguaretés battled back with tries from Virginia Brígido, Talía Rodich, and Sofía González, ultimately securing a narrow 19-17 victory.
Against Brazil, a strong first-half performance, featuring two tries from Virginia Brígido and one each from Cristal Escalante and Candela Delgado, set the stage for a 28-17 win. Sofía González’s accurate conversions were crucial throughout the day.
Key Players and Team Formation
Players like Virginia Brígido, Talía Rodich, Cristal Escalante, and Sofía González consistently contributed to the team’s success. Paula Pedrozo captained the side, leading by example.
The starting lineup for the match against China included Malena Díaz, Cristal Escalante, María Taladrid, Virginia Brígido, Paula Pedrozo, Sofía González, and Talía Rodich. Substitutions included Azul Medina, Candela Delgado, Antonella Reding, and Francesca Iacaruso, who made her debut during the match. Milagros Lecuona did not play.
Looking Ahead: Sunday’s Challenges
Las Yaguaretés will continue their campaign on Sunday, February 15, 2026, with matches against Kenya at 05:44 (Argentine time) and South Africa at 09:12 (Argentine time).
Did you know?
Francesca Iacaruso made her debut with Las Yaguaretés during the match against China.
FAQ
What is SVNS 2? SVNS 2 is the second stage of the World Rugby Sevens Series tournament, taking place in Nairobi, Kenya.
Who is the captain of Las Yaguaretés? Paula Pedrozo is the captain of Las Yaguaretés.
What time do Las Yaguaretés play on Sunday? They play Kenya at 05:44 and South Africa at 09:12 (Argentine time).
Which players scored tries against Brazil? Virginia Brígido (2), Cristal Escalante, and Candela Delgado scored tries against Brazil.
Where can I identify more information about Las Yaguaretés? You can find more information on their Facebook page.
Stay tuned for further updates on Las Yaguaretés’ performance at the SVNS 2 in Nairobi! Follow their journey and cheer on the team as they compete against Kenya and South Africa.
