The Cardiff Blues pivot played an integral role in Wales’ first ever victory over the Springboks on foreign soil last Saturday. But despite being confident in his team’s ability Anscombe is weary of the threats the Pumas will pose this weekend.
“The big thing for us is we’re one from one and we’ve talked about winning three games on the bounce,” said Anscombe
“We’re definitely capable of doing that. We will take confidence from our win against South Africa.
“I’ve played Argentina once at age group level and they’re a passionate bunch. All you have to do is look at the way the Jaguares have been going in Super Rugby.
They’ve been on a roll, they’re having their best season so far, so they’ll be very excited for this series. They’re a group who have been together for a while and we’ve certainly got our work cut out.
“I don’t want to take anything away from South Africa, but they were a bit like us in that they had limited preparation and were missing a few guys. It will be very different in Argentina in their house.”
Anscombe has made no secret of his desire to become Wales’ first choice outside half at the 2019 World Cup.
And the 27-year-old is keen to put his best foot forward in Argentina fully aware of the challenge posed by Scarlets 10 Rhys Patchell.
“There is an opportunity for myself and Patch too,’” he said.
“There are a couple of Tests to go and every time you get a chance to start at this level it’s an exciting one.
“I hope I can build on this because I’ve only had a couple of starts now. I’ve enjoyed them and I’m looking forward to getting a chance in Argentina now.
“I’ve got to put my best foot forward and with a few guys absent it’s an opportunity for those of us who have maybe played more rugby to step up and lead. We’ve got an exciting outfit and I’m enjoying being a part of it.”
