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Spain v South Africa – teams and prediction

PREVIEW: The Springbok Women will bring their WXV Global Series European tour to a close when they face Spain at the Estadio OlĂ­mpico de la Cartuja in Seville on Sunday.

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:29 AM
Spain v South Africa – teams and prediction
Key Things to Know
  • South Africa face Spain in Seville on Sunday to conclude their WXV Global Series European tour.
  • Babalwa Latsha returns as captain for the Springbok Women alongside starting winger Patience Mokone.
  • Spain welcome back back-rower Ana Peralta, with MaĂ«lia Lapujada named to make her Test debut.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Springbok Women conclude their WXV Global Series European tour against Spain at Estadio OlĂ­mpico de la Cartuja in Seville on Sunday. South Africa hold an advantage in the fixture, having won six of nine previous meetings, including a 48-26 victory in 2025. Co-head coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt noted that Spain presents a formidable challenge through their competitive set-piece and fast, youthful backline.

South Africa have named Babalwa Latsha as captain alongside backline changes featuring Patience Mokone on the wing. For Spain, Ana Peralta returns to the back row, while Stade Toulousain's Amalia Argudo starts at fullback and tighthead prop Maëlia Lapujada prepares for her Test debut from the bench.

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