France, Oct. 18 -- Judges in Argentina are on Friday expected to start a detailed review of evidence that could lead to the dismissal of rape charges levelled against two French rugby players.

Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, both 21, were accused of aggravated rape on 7 July, following France's opening match of their South American tour in Mendoza, western Argentina.

The men admit to having sexual relations with a 39-year-old woman whom they met at a nightclub. The incident took place at the Diplomatic Hotel in Mendoza.

The woman claims the acts were non-consensual and violent, while the players insist otherwise. If convicted, they face sentences of between eight and 20 years in prison.

Lawyers for the woman and the players will argue o...