Lions: Tom Curry calls for self-criticism after defeat to Argentina

Tom Curry Expresses Frustration After British & Irish Lions Defeat to Argentina

British & Irish Lions player Tom Curry has expressed the need for his teammates to take personal responsibility following the 28-24 defeat against Argentina. Curry emphasized the importance of having “difficult conversations” to address the reasons behind the team’s performance in Dublin. Curry, who was part of the starting team alongside his England teammate, Ben Earl, and Welshman Jac Morgan, acknowledged the frustration after the match. He highlighted the need to be more “effective with the ball” and the urgency to analyze the reasons for their poor performance at the Aviva Stadium.

“This is a missed opportunity. We must unite, it’s the only way. We have to be honest and have difficult conversations.”

Tom Curry

Curry emphasized that time is limited during the tour and that the team cannot afford to waste valuable moments. He insisted on the importance of taking personal responsibility and acting accordingly, instead of just talking. When questioned about the team’s adaptation to a new system, Curry dismissed the possibility of using that excuse, highlighting the need to take individual responsibility for performance. Despite the defeat, Curry found positive aspects, such as his good connection on the field with Morgan. The Lions’ next match will be against the Western Force in Perth on June 28. Coach Andy Farrell is expected to make changes to the team to try out new combinations. Fin Smith, who played as fly-half against the Pumas, highlighted the need to address the team’s shortcomings urgently to prepare for the series of matches against the Wallabies.

“The main thing is to respond quickly and stop feeling sorry for ourselves. We need to improve as soon as possible.”

Fin Smith