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Argentina's new Super Rugby franchise to be called the Jaguares

Argentina's new Super Rugby franchise to be called the Jaguares
Argentina's new Super Rugby franchise called the Jaguares will be coached by Raúl Pérez (Photo: lacapital)

The Argentinian Rugby Union have revealed that Argentina's new Super Rugby franchise will be called the Jaguares, coached by Raúl Pérez.

The team's squad, coaching staff and logo were all revealed at a media briefing on Wednesday and on the club's new website: www.jaguares.com.ar

Former Argentina star Felipe Contepomi has been appointed as an assistant coach alongside José Pellicana and Martín Gaitán.

The Jaguares impressive squad includes leading Argentina internationals such as Agustín Creevy, Juan Martín Hernández, Santiago Cordero and Nicolás Sanchez.

The team's first ever Super Rugby match takes place on February 26 away to the Cheetahs.

Source: planet rugby

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