Argentina, Los Pumas and Springboks
Los Pumas down shell-shocked Springboks in Santiago thriller to set up Rugby Championship title decider
Argentina have now beaten all three Rugby Championship opponents after they triumphed over the Springboks 29-28 in Santiago. The hosts scored four tries on the day with Mateo Carreras, Pablo Matera, Joel Sclavi and Tomas Albornoz scoring with the fly-half also kicking three conversions and a penalty in an epic shift.
Argentina v South Africa LIVE: Result and reaction as Los Pumas earn historic victory over Springboks
Mateo Carreras, Pablo Matera and Joel Sclavi all forced their way over the line before a excellent dummy from Tomas Albornoz sent Argentina ahead. With Arendse restored just a few minutes before the break, Cobus Reinach sprinted in for a try and made it a four-point game heading into the second half.
Springboks unbeaten run ends at hands of Los Pumas in Argentina
The Springboks’ unbeaten run in the Rugby Championship has ended after a 28-29 defeat to Argentina in their round five clash in Santiago del Estero.
Argentina v South Africa LIVE: Latest score and updates as Springboks look to secure Rugby Championship
Latest score and updates as Springboks look to secure Rugby Championship - Springboks are hoping to win the tournament for first time since 2019
Argentina v South Africa: Five takeaways as ‘incredible’ Los Pumas bag historic win over ‘unbalanced’ Springboks
Following Argentina's epic 29-28 win over the Springboks in Santiago, here are our five takeaways from the memorable clash.
Springboks gamble on second string sealing Rugby Championship in Pumas country
South Africa can clinch the Rugby Championship with a game to spare this weekend. The world champion Springboks face Argentina in Santiago del Estero on Saturday.
Los Pumas edge Springboks in Santiago: Four talking points
In this weekend’s game, the Boks got off to a barn storming start, but allowed the hosts to power back, before a cagey second half saw few scoring opportunities.
UPDATED World Rankings: Springboks lose top spot after loss to Argentina
The Springboks have lost their spot at the top of the World Rankings after a shock 29-28 loss to Argentine. Here are the latest updated World Rankings.
Rugby Championship goes down to the wire after Argentina’s Los Pumas beat Springboks
The Springboks go into next week’s match at the Mbombela Stadium with a five point lead at the top of the standings. They basically need a point to win their first Rugby Championship title since 2019.
Springboks stunned in big upset as giant-killing Pumas keep unthinkable dream alive
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Springboks brace for weekend’s crunch Pumas clash
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Pumas change 3 for title-chasing Springboks after thrashing Wallabies
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Rugby-Argentina stun S Africa in 29-28 win to keep title hopes alive
(Reuters) -Flyhalf Tomas Albornoz kicked a penalty 11 minutes from the end to hand Argentina a thrilling 29-28 victory over South Africa and keep their hopes of winning the Rugby Championship alive in ...
Kwagga Smith wants Springboks to be flawless at the breakdown to counter Los Pumas’ speedsters
The Springboks’ attacking breakdown was found wanting in their two home Test match against the All Blacks, as well as the two ...