Dogos XV Defeats Tarucas, Reaches Súper Rugby Américas Final

Dogos XV reaffirmed their dominance by defeating Tarucas 35-13, securing a spot in the Súper Rugby Américas final for the fourth time in their four years of existence. The victory solidifies their position as Argentina's most successful rugby franchise.

The Córdoba-based team showcased a practical, effective, and patient performance, leaving no doubt about their favorite status. They controlled the match against Tarucas, who had reached the semifinals by winning their last four regular-season games with bonus points. In the cold Córdoba night, the Tucumán team struggled against a fresher, physically stronger, and tactically superior local side.

"We had a very good night after a great week. Many of the things we planned worked out in a context like this, which is not easy. We did the simple things well, which are difficult to do. That positions us very well to win matches like this," said captain Valentín Cabral, one of the standout players. Cabral, a founding member of the franchise, combined ferocity in defense with the intelligence to manage game situations.

Dogos XV converted their first-half attacking opportunities into tries, with Enzo Ocampo opening the scoring, followed by Nicolás Viola and Tomás Montilla. Tarucas, showing a lack of composure and making tactical errors, struggled to keep pace. Viola and Roger expertly managed the game's tempo, keeping play away from their own try line and striking in enemy territory. Roger, who joined late in the season, was instrumental in controlling the game's flow.

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We had a very good night after a great week. Many of the things we planned worked out in a context like this, which is not easy. We did the simple things well, which are difficult to do. That positions us very well to win matches like this.