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17 Aug 2025, 04:18

New Zealand defeated Argentina in the rugby championship

  • New Zealand defeated Argentina with a score of 41-24 in Córdoba.
  • Sevu Reece and Samisoni Taukeiaho scored two tries each.
  • The match was marked by New Zealand reclaiming the first place in the world ranking.

On September 17, 2025, in the city of Córdoba, Argentina. In the rugby championship match, New Zealand achieved a victory over Argentina with a score of 41-24. In the first half, the New Zealanders dominated, leading 31-10.

New Zealand's player Sevu Reece scored two tries in the first half, while Samisoni Taukeiaho added two in the second. Argentina responded with attempts from Tom Albornoz and Joaquín Oviedo, but they could not equalize the score.

New Zealand returned to first place in the world ranking, surpassing the reigning champions of South Africa. Notably, in the opening match of the tournament, South Africa defeated Australia with a score of 38-22.

After the game, New Zealand's captain Scott Barrett noted that the team was satisfied with the result, although he acknowledged that the play was not stable. The next match will take place in Buenos Aires next Tuesday.

Tags: Sport

Articles on this topic:

  • apnews.com - Reece, Taukei’aho doubles see the All Blacks win 41-24 over Argentina in the Rugby Championship
  • www.skysports.com - Argentina 24-41 New Zealand: All Blacks cruise to Rugby Championship opening win in Argentina
  • apnews.com - New Zealand 41, Argentina 24
  • www.theguardian.com - New Zealand hold off Argentina’s fightback to return to top of world rugby rankings
  • www.lequipe.fr - La Nouvelle-Zélande domine l'Argentine en Rugby Championship
  • www.independent.co.uk - All Blacks hold off resurgent Argentina to open Rugby Championship with victory
  • www.bbc.com - All Blacks beat Pumas to go top of world rankings