The Pumas 7s, Argentina's national rugby sevens team, faced disappointing performances in their latest tournament in Perth, where they were eliminated from the competition after losing both of their opening matches against Fiji and South Africa. The team's inconsistent performance marked a continuation of a troubling trend, as this season's abrupt transition has yet to yield the desired results, particularly compared to their previous performances in which they established a strong reputation.

In the match against South Africa, the Pumas were defeated with a score of 19-12, which effectively ended their hopes of making it to the semifinals. Their struggles in this tournament were characterized by a lack of response and adaptation to the challenges posed by their opponents, leaving fans and supporters questioning the team's current trajectory under coach Santiago Gómez Cora. With the final group stage match against Spain set to take place, the Pumas aim to salvage some pride by competing for a fifth-place finish in the tournament.

The Pumas' failure to advance raises concerns about the team's direction and future prospects, especially given their past successes in Perth. A consistent and strong performance has become quintessential to their identity, and this recent setback highlights the urgent need for the team to regroup and find ways to regain their competitive edge in upcoming tournaments.