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The 1998 Romania rugby union tour of Argentina was a series of matches played in July and August 1998 by Romania national rugby union team.
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| Argentina |
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The 1998 Romania rugby union tour of Argentina was a series of matches played in July and August 1998 by Romania national rugby union team.
Scores and results list Romania's points tally first.
| Opposing Team | For | Against | Date | Venue | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selection de Ascenso | 34 | 34 | 25 July 1998 | Bahia Blanca | Tour match |
| Córdoba | 27 | 23 | 1 August 1999 | Córdoba | Tour match |
| Tucumán | 29 | 38 | 5 August 1998 | Tucuman | Tour match |
| Rosario | 16 | 16 | 28 August 1998 | Rosario | Tour match |
| Argentina | 22 | 68 | 8 August 1998 | Rosario | Test match |
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