JUAN CRUZ MALLIA
Personal Profile
Juan Cruz "Juanchi" Mallía is an elite Argentine back whose intelligence, dynamic vision, and high-level execution have established him among the global elite in modern rugby.
Formed at Jockey Club Córdoba, Juanchi made his professional debut in Super Rugby with Jaguares in 2018, performing with the franchise until 2020. In 2021, he made a blockbuster move to European powerhouses Stade Toulousain, where he built an extraordinary legacy as a 4-time Top 14 Champion and a 2-time European Rugby Champions Cup Winner.
Officially becoming Puma #857 upon his international debut against Scotland in 2018, Mallía has earned 51 caps and represented Argentina in two Rugby World Cups (Japan 2019 and France 2023), confirming his status as a cornerstone of Los Pumas on the world stage.
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DISCIPLINE: His rigorous work ethic and tactical focus allow him to consistently deliver world-class performances under pressure in the world's most demanding leagues.
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VERSATILITY: Able to play seamlessly across fullback, wing, center, or fly-half, making him an invaluable, adaptable asset on any field.
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TALENT: Exceptional instincts, lethal counter-attacking vision, and natural skill that redefine games at both club and international levels.
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CAREER
2015-2018
Roots at Jockey Club Córdoba: Formed at Jockey Club Córdoba, Juanchi developed the foundational skill, spatial awareness, and game intelligence that quickly projected him into national team pathways.
2018-2020
He stepped onto the professional stage with Jaguares in 2018, showcasing his versatility and attacking flair through 2020 as part of Argentina’s Super Rugby franchise.
2021- Present
Moving to France in 2021, Juanchi joined European powerhouses Stade Toulousain, anchoring a dominant era marked by 4 Top 14 titles and 2 European Rugby Champions Cups.
2018- Present
Juanchi debuted for Los Pumas against Scotland in 2018 as Puma #857, earning 51 caps and featuring prominently across two Rugby World Cups (2019 and 2023).