Edwards signs with Argentina as defence coach until after 2027 World Cup

Former Wales and France defence coach Shaun Edwards - currently working with Red Roses on short-term basis - signs on with Argentina until end of 2027 Rugby World Cup; Watch New Zealand vs Australia in Bledisloe Cup Test on Saturday, live on Sky Sports Main Event from 7am

Coveted defence coach Shaun Edwards has signed a contract with Argentina until after the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, ending any possibility of him linking up with Steve Borthwick's England.

Edwards is currently working with England's Red Roses under John Mitchell until after the conclusion of the WXV Global Series on October 30.

As such, the 59-year-old will work with the Pumas through their Nations Championship Tests in Europe this November and throughout 2027 until the conclusion of the World Cup.

Edwards was sacked as France's defence coach earlier this year, having worked as part of their Six Nations title successes in 2022 (Grand Slam), 2025 and 2026.

Mario Ledesma y Shaun Edwards se incorporan a Los Pumas como entrenadores asistentes hasta el final de la Copa del Mundo 2027. ¡Bienvenidos! 🇦🇷 🖥️ https://t.co/Uj9kscm690 pic.twitter.com/wUeMkrUNJK

Edwards also worked alongside Warren Gatland in the Wales setup between 2008 and 2019, winning Six Nations titles in 2008, 2012, 2013 and 2019.

The former Wigan Warriors rugby league great also worked as British and Irish Lions defence coach on the 2009 tour of South Africa.

Joining Argentina will only be the fifth role of Edwards' standout 25-year coaching career, with the Pumas joining the Red Roses, Wasps, Wales and France on his CV.

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