Argentina wins first home Rugby Championship match over All Blacks in 40 years

Argentina claimed a historic 29-23 victory over the New Zealand All Blacks in Buenos Aires, marking their first home win against New Zealand in 40 years. The Pumas dominated the match through superior physicality, territorial control, and capitalizing on New Zealand’s disciplinary lapses, including three yellow cards to the All Blacks. All Blacks coach Scott Robertson and captain Scott Barrett acknowledged Argentina's hunger, intensity, and better execution, while lamenting their own team's poor discipline, missed tackles, and loss of aerial dominance. Key moments included Argentina’s effective contest for possession and penalties at critical junctures, which ultimately shaped the outcome despite New Zealand’s early lead. The defeat raised questions about individual performances and set-piece failures for the All Blacks, who now prepare to face South Africa in upcoming Rugby Championship fixtures. Despite the loss, New Zealand remains atop the championship table but must address significant defensive and execution issues ahead.