The Pumas 7s faced South Africa in the semifinals of the New York Seven, where they suffered a defeat by a score of 14-5. This loss meant the end of their hopes for a gold medal in this important tournament, which is part of the World Circuit 2025-2026. The team, led by Santiago Gómez Cora, will now shift its focus to the bronze medal match, where they will compete against Australia, who lost to Fiji earlier in the day.

Throughout the match against South Africa, Argentina's team struggled with ball handling, resulting in crucial possession losses, particularly in the first half. Their inability to control the game allowed South Africa, a well-prepared and aggressive opponent, to capitalize on opportunities. The Pumas' performance highlighted their weaknesses as they faced the pressure from their rivals, indicating areas that need improvement for future competitions.

As they gear up to face Australia in the bronze medal match, the Pumas 7s will look to recover and redeem themselves after a disappointing semifinal. The outcome of this match could play a significant role in boosting the team's morale and development as they continue in the World Circuit. Winning bronze would provide a sense of achievement and a positive takeaway from the tournament, despite their earlier loss to South Africa.