The Wales players are wearing black armbands this evening in memory of Dan Lydiate’s father John who sadly passed away last weekend.

Referee Ben O'Keeffe of New Zealand blows the whistle and we are under way, Argentina fly-half Santiago Carreras takes the kick-off.

Caryl James
Former Wales wing on BBC Radio Cymru

I think the relationship the three at the back for Wales share has proven to us in the past that they do work brilliantly together, they complement each other.

On the opposite wing from Rio Dyer today is the more familiar face of Alex Cuthbert, who gets his first start of the autumn.

Cuthbert has not featured for Ospreys this season but starts today for Wales after last featuring for Wales in the second Test against South Africa in July.

The 32-year-old has recovered from shoulder and foot problems.

"I probably feel better physically and mentally than I have in many years," said Cuthbert.

"I feel like I am getting better as a player."

Read more from the returning Cuthbert here.

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Derwyn Jones
Former Wales lock on BBC Radio Cymru

No energy at all last week, I felt like the team was very flat and we weren’t at our best in terms of style.

We have to make sure we’re physical in the tackles.

Argentina are certainly not here to make up the numbers, and the patches of blue and white supporters are on their feet to welcome their team.

It may not be a sell-out crowd in Cardiff today, but the crowd of around 60,000 are in fine voice as the Wales team follows.

Argentina head coach Michael Cheika has spent the build up to today dismissing claims his side are the favourites to win against Wales.

Since taking charge of the Pumas in March, Argentina have beaten Scotland, Australia, New Zealand and England.

The Australian coach has had plenty of battles against Wales over the years, particularly during his five-year spell as head coach of the Wallabies.

"When you come away from home in rugby, you are always the underdog," Cheika said.

"When you walk out on to the Principality Stadium and there are however many thousand Welsh people there, supporting their team, you are the underdog.

"I don't see anyone coming to Cardiff as favourites. It's such a difficult place to come to in that atmosphere."

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Caryl James
Former Wales wing on BBC Radio Cymru

Argentina will be very confident and of course with the roof closed here today in the Principality Stadium, I think they’ll try and play quickly.

Wales will have to be on top of their game.

Back to today's match in Cardiff and it will be sixth against ninth in the World Rugby rankings when Argentina walk out onto this pitch with Wales shortly.

However, this time it is Michael Cheika's Pumas riding higher in the global standings than Wayne Pivac's Wales.

All of a sudden, an autumn 'friendly' has become very important for Wales, almost a must-win game for Pivac's side and the coach himself.

Our reporter Gareth Griffiths has looked at the contrasting form of today's two nations and the importance of today's game for Welsh rugby.

You can read the full story here.

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It has been a busy day of international rugby already.

Italy claimed a historic first win over Australia, narrowly running out 28-27 winners in Florence.

Ben Donaldson had the chance to win it for the Wallabies with the final kick of the game but missed.

There were also wins for Ireland over Fiji and England against Japan, while Wales' next opponents Georgia lost to Samoa 20-19.

After this match in Cardiff, France host South Africa before Scotland take on New Zealand tomorrow afternoon.

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Away from the pitch and one of Wales' other leaders, Dan Biggar, has completed his mid-season move to Toulon.

Speaking to the Rugby Union Daily podcast, the Wales fly-half said the the opportunity "was one I had to grab".

"To play for a team of Toulon's stature and pedigree, it is a little bit like if a Real Madrid or a Barcelona came calling for you in football," Biggar said.

"I have always wanted to play in different leagues and experience different countries, so I am very excited for the family."

Read more from the former Northampton Saints man here.

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Anti-social behaviour at Wales rugby games is a "personal" issue rather than the fault of the Principality Stadium, the venue's manager has said.

Mark Williams said measures were in place to reduce alcohol consumption and most fans enjoyed the experience.

However his predecessor claimed rugby should follow football's lead following a "gradual decline" in standards.

An 80-year-old man was badly hurt during a reported fight last Saturday, prompting calls for more action.

Former stadium boss Gerry Toms said spectators had endured a "gradual decline" in standards within the home of the Wales team.

Pitch invaders, a child soaked in beer and a boy who was vomited on all marred last year's autumn internationals.

Read more: Principality Stadium alcohol issues down to individuals, says WRU

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Alun Wyn Jones is still determined to make it to the 2023 World Cup, according to Wales head coach Wayne Pivac.

The notable absentee from Wales' 23-man squad today is Alun Wyn Jones.

The 37-year-old lock has won the most caps in international history with 166 Tests for Wales and the British and Irish Lions.

Rarely since his debut in 2006 has he not been included in a Wales matchday squad.

Today, however, Ben Carter has been brought onto the replacements' bench instead of Jones, with Adam Beard and Will Rowlands starting.

"He (Jones) has been exceptional," said Pivac.

"He has trained the house down, which is what you want.

"From our point of view, we know everything we need to know about Al.

"It is an opportunity to get some more experience for a guy like Ben Carter."

You can read more from Pivac here.

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It might have been a heavy defeat for Wales against New Zealand, but it will be a day that Dragons wing Rio Dyer will never forget.

Not many can say they made their international debut against the All Blacks or indeed scored in their first Test.

Dyer now can claim that accolade at the age of 22.

He has the chance once again to impress the Principality Stadium crowd this afternoon.

You can read more of the Dragons wing's interview with Scrum V on the BBC Sport website here.

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Wales centre George North tells BBC Sport Wales: “The fact Argentina play a lot more in the Championship with New Zealand, South Africa and Australia means they’re a good team and they want to play.

“After last Saturday against England, they’ll be full of confidence and will want to play again.”

As I'm sure you have already heard, last weekend Argentina shocked an 80,000-strong Twickenham crowd with an audacious and deserved victory over England.

England led 16-12 at half-time, but Emiliano Boffelli and Santiago Carreras crossed in quick succession to turn the game on its head.

It was the boot of Boffelli, converting eight successful kicks in the contest, which proved decisive in the closing stages.

The result was only Argentina's second away victory over England following on from a success in 2006.

Read more about the Puma's famous win here.

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Wales defence coach Gethin Jenkins says players and coaches have spoken honestly as they aim to bounce back from that 55-23 defeat to New Zealand.

Jenkins says Wales will not dwell further on the defeat as they target a markedly improved performance against the Pumas.