Argentina hit back with two scores of their own but, marshalled by the superb George Ford on his 100th cap, England showed composure and defensive fortitude to keep their hosts in check. Ford added two penalties to stretch England's lead before Harlequins wing Cadan Murley completed the job with a well-taken try five minutes from the end.

LA PLATA, Argentina - England winger Tom Roebuck scored two tries and veteran flyhalf George Ford delivered a virtuoso performance in a 35-12 win over Argentina in the first test in La Plata on Saturday.