The Rugby World Cup kicks off this week, and I’m wondering if I should take this apartment being on Calle República Argentina as an omen? Can Los Pumas spring a bit of a surprise, follow up the soccer world cup with this one? They are on the less fancied side of the draw, with just Australia and Fiji, and a host of minnows such as Georgia, Chile, and England.

And lately, fully renovated apartments at this price have come along about as often as Eoin Farrell wraps in the tackle, so pay attention. Like Argentina, this apartment is on the less fancied side, of the riverbed in this case, away from the big hitters like Russafa and Gran Via. But all the fundamentals are here. It has 2 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Great open view from the living area, and completely renovated. The location is close to the port/airport metro line, and a short walk to the riverbed.

Actually, the Pumas is also a pretty good nickname. The best in the world cup? Must be up there. Other contenders – Chile - Los Condores, Portugal - Los Lobos, even Wales - the Red Dragons. Worst nicknames? Scotland maybe - the Dark Blues – more of a description than a nickname. But at least its accurate. England (who play in navy and white) – the Red and Whites.

It is on the sixth floor so lots of light and sense of space with perfect South-east orientation. In fact I have a feeling that this place will be on sale for about as long as England are still involved in the world cup. So I wouldn’t hang around.