Facundo Isa facts for kids
Isa representing Argentina during the November Internationals
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| Date of birth | 21 September 1993 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Place of birth | Santiago del Estero, Argentina | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 112 kg (247 lb; 17 st 9 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Facundo Isa (born on September 21, 1993) is a professional rugby union player from Argentina. He plays as a number eight or flanker. These positions are important in rugby because they help win the ball and tackle opponents. Facundo plays for the Top 14 club Toulon in France and also for his home country's team, the Argentina national team, known as Los Pumas.
Facundo's Rugby Journey
Facundo Isa started playing rugby at a young age. He worked his way up through different levels of teams in Argentina. His hard work helped him become a top player.
Playing for Youth Teams
Facundo was part of the Argentina Under-20 squad. This team competes against other countries' best young players. He played in the Junior World Championships in 2012 and 2013. These tournaments are a big deal for young rugby players.
After that, he played for the Argentina Jaguars in 2014. This team is another step for players hoping to join the main national team. He also played for the Pampas XV during their tour in Oceania in 2014.
Joining Los Pumas
Facundo Isa made his first appearance for the senior Argentina national team, Los Pumas, on November 8, 2014. This was a big moment for him, playing against Scotland in Edinburgh.
He continued to play well and was chosen to be part of the national team for the 2015 Rugby World Cup. This is one of the biggest rugby tournaments in the world, where countries compete for the championship. Facundo has continued to represent Argentina in many international matches since then.
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See also
In Spanish: Facundo Isa para niños
