MODEST man of the match Toby Faletau paid tribute to his teammates’ efforts after Wales’ morale-boosting 40-6 victory over Argentina at the Millennium Stadium.

The Newport Gwent Dragons number eight was superb against the Pumas in the hosts’ record win over the Rugby Championship side.

It was the ideal tonic after a frustrating 24-15 defeat over South Africa last week, Faletau crossing for a fine try in the second half to cap an impressive all-round display.

It was the 23-year-old’s third Test try for Wales in his 28th cap since making his debut two years ago.

The triumph over the South Americans was Wales’ first in an autumn game for four years and it came as a relief for Faletau and his fellow players who he recognised for their valuable contributions.

“It was a good result for the boys,” he said. “I’m happy to be the man of the match but all credit to the rest of the lads – they did well.

“I was reading something earlier which said we hadn’t won an autumn game since 2009. I didn’t know that was the case. I was quite surprised to read it.”

When he was asked about his try, Faletau replied: “I can’t really remember much about it, to be honest. I was just hoping for the best. I was there in support and Liam (Williams) passed the ball inside to me. I didn’t know whether I would make the try-line.”

His side face Tonga next on Friday night, Faletau born in the country and his father Kuli representing them 20 times, moving to Wales to play for Ebbw Vale in the 1990s, his son growing up in Pontypool.

Would he like to play against the Sea Eagles who will be looking to hit back after losing 38-18 to France on the weekend.

“If I’m given the chance to play against Tonga, it would be special because it’s the country I was born and am from,” he said.

“It would be like any other game for me. What it would be like for my parents? I’m not too sure. My parents will know more. I’m not familiar with anybody in the Tonga team.

And who will his parents be cheering?

“I’m not sure – I’ll just leave it up to them,” he said.

“I think anybody would take the opportunity to play for their country. If I’m offered the opportunity to play against Tonga, I’d take it with both hands.”