In recent times, Group C has once again proven to be decisive: New Zealand conquered the title in 2015, and England reached the final again in 2019 via the same path. Into this picture steps Argentina, who will share a group with Fiji, Spain, and Canada. The Pumas are already in, and this time, the statistics seem to be in their favor. According to an analysis by NAMundial agency, the 'Group C curse' has a history spanning over three decades of the tournament. From 1987 to 2023, Group C has become a sort of portal to the final, a pattern so repeated that it is now part of the championship's mystique. Seven of the ten World Cups had at least one finalist from Group C, and in four editions, that same group produced the champion. This is a powerful statistic, difficult to ignore and one that invites enthusiasm. The trend began at the dawn of the tournament, when New Zealand lifted the cup in 1987 after being in what was then Pool 3, equivalent to Group C. The same happened with Australia in 1991, while the All Blacks again reached the final from that zone in 1995. France repeated the path in 1999, and England took it to the extreme in 2003 by becoming champions emerging from that group. Beyond the fact that statistics don't play or predict results, the coincidence is too strong to go unnoticed. Historically, Group C has been associated with deep campaigns, long journeys, and a sustained presence in the decisive matches. And if anything characterizes the Pumas, it is their ability to elevate themselves when history becomes a challenge. Therefore, more than just a fun fact, this 'curse' transforms into a narrative that propels and fuels the illusion. It guarantees nothing, but it adds a mystical condiment that fits perfectly with the Argentine sporting identity, always attentive to the signs of destiny. Looking ahead to 2027, Group C once again opens a door that, time and again, has led the protagonists to the final match. Buenos Aires, December 4 (NA) – The draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup not only defined rivals for the Pumas but also reactivated a historical 'curse' that, although little known, has run through more than three decades of the tournament. According to an analysis by the Argentine News Agency, from 1987 to 2023, Group C has become a kind of portal to the final, a pattern so repeated that it is now part of the championship's mystique. Seven of the ten World Cups had at least one finalist from Group C, and in four editions, that same group gave the champion.
