Rugby World Cup Star Boffelli Returns to Argentina Team
After two years away from international rugby, Argentine Rugby World Cup semi-finalist Emiliano Boffelli is making his comeback closer to home. The 31-year-old with 59 caps for his country just joined Los Capibaras for Super Rugby Americas.
After two years away from international rugby, Argentine Rugby World Cup semi-finalist Emiliano Boffelli is making his comeback closer to home.
The 31-year-old wing and fullback just joined Los Capibaras, a Super Rugby Americas franchise based in El Litoral, Argentina. Boffelli brings 59 caps for Argentina and an impressive 340 test match points to the team.
Boffelli's career highlights include playing in two Rugby World Cups and some unforgettable performances on the global stage. In 2022, he scored 20 points to help Argentina defeat the legendary All Blacks in New Zealand, then followed up with 25 points against England at Twickenham Stadium in London.
The rugby star has played professionally across three continents, competing in Super Rugby for Los Jaguares, France's Top 14 for Racing 92, and the United Rugby Championship for Edinburgh. Now he's returning to his roots after completing a stint with his hometown club Duendes in Rosario.
His absence from Argentina's national team in 2024 and 2025 made room for younger players to step up. Juan Cruz MallÃa took over the fullback position, while other talented wings got their chance to shine on the international stage.
Los Capibaras also welcomed another notable player: Tomás Malanos, captain of Atlético del Rosario. Malanos brings international experience from playing Major League Rugby in the United States with the Dallas Jackals and Miami Sharks.
The Ripple Effect
Boffelli's return to Argentine rugby means more than just adding talent to one team. His presence in Super Rugby Americas gives younger Argentine players the chance to train alongside a proven World Cup veteran and learn from his decade of international experience.
For fans who watched Boffelli help Argentina reach the Rugby World Cup 2023 semi-finals, seeing him back in the Argentine system offers hope that he might return to the national team. At 31, he still has playing years ahead and plenty to offer Los Pumas.
The move also strengthens Argentine rugby's domestic competition, keeping top talent in the country where they can inspire the next generation of players.
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