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a week later wallaby They came back from 10-0 down to win the first Test 20-19th In the rain of La Plata, cougar They took revenge under the Santa Fe sun, conceding the most points Australia has ever conceded in a match.
As a result, Argentina moved to second place in the standings with 10 points. Eight points behind leaders South Africa with two games remaining. Australia ranks last.
After South Africa beat New Zealand earlier, Argentina must now beat the Springboks in their final two games, one at home and one away, to have any hope of winning the title rugby championship first.
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After an early penalty shootout, Australia took the lead in the 15th minute through winger Carlo Tizzano.
With the team ahead by three goals after Ben Donaldson’s penalty kick, defender Andrew Kellaway collected a pass from Max Jorgensen on the right touchline and ran in to fire home a lightning-fast goal. The Wallabies led 20-3 but only for three minutes.
Argentina counterattacked when winger Mateo Carreras took advantage of a huge gap in the defence. In the 38th minute, Julian Montoya shot over the goal after a penalty kick. At halftime, Australia led 20-17.
Veteran James Slipper made his 139th appearance for the Kangaroos, equaling George Gregan’s record for the Kangaroos, but all records for the Kangaroos since have been dismal.
After the restart, Argentina dug into the Australian defense and took the lead after 48 minutes when No. 8 Juan Martin González collected the ball in a scrum five meters out and dodged it. Defense.
After another five-metre scramble, the Pumas defender overwhelmed the Wallabies defender and created a ruck at the foot of the post. Wing player Pablo Montella takes the ball and attacks.
Tate McDermott responded for the Wallabies in the 69th minute after Joaquin Oviedo took a touch and Australia’s chance disappeared.
Winger Juan María scored another touchdown in the 72nd and 76th minutes, and on the final possession of the game, center Lucio Sinto stepped in. This took Argentina’s total to surpass Australia’s previous record of 61 points set in 1997 when Australia lost to South Africa in Pretoria.
Santiago Carreras scored his second from the touchline to extend the lead to 40 points, the second-largest lead in Wallabies history. In 2008, they lost to South Africa by 45 points in Johannesburg.
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Argentina Steamrolls Australia 67-27 in Rugby Championship Thriller
In a stunning display of rugby prowess, Argentina trounced Australia 67-27 in their Rugby Championship clash on September 7, 2024, at the Santa Fe stadium. This crushing defeat marks the most points Australia has ever conceded in a match.
The Pumas, still reeling from their dramatic 20-19 loss to the Wallabies just a week prior [[1]], came out blazing in this match, determined to make amends. And make amends they did, with a dominant performance that left the Australians reeling.
From the get-go, Argentina applied pressure, with winger Mateo Carreras capitalizing on a huge gap in the Australian defense to score a crucial try. Meanwhile, Ben Donaldson’s penalty kick kept Australia ahead by three points, but only briefly. By halftime, Australia clung to a narrow 20-17 lead, thanks to tries from winger Carlo Tizzano and defender Andrew Kellaway.
However, the second half belonged to Argentina. No. 8 Juan Martin González collected the ball in a scrum five meters out and dodged the defense to take the lead in the 48th minute. The Pumas continued to pile on the pressure, with wing player Pablo Montella scoring soon after. Australia’s Tate McDermott responded with a try in the 69th minute, but it was too little, too late.
The final scoreline read 67-27 in favor of Argentina, a crushing defeat that sent Australia to the bottom of the Rugby Championship standings. The Pumas, on the other hand, moved to second place with 10 points, eight points behind leaders South Africa with two games remaining [[2]].
For Argentina, this win brings hope of finally claiming their maiden Rugby Championship title. To do so, they must now beat the Springboks in their final two games, one at home and one away [[3]].
This match will surely go down in history as one of the most one-sided encounters in Rugby Championship history. As the Pumas celebrated their resounding victory, the Wallabies were left to ponder what went wrong.
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[1] https://442.perfil.com/noticias/rugby/los-pumas-perdieron-un-dramatico-encuentro-20-19-ante-australia-en-el-rugby-championship.phtml
[2] https://www.onrugby.it/2024/09/01/rugby-championship-argentina-australia-finisce-19-20/
[3] https://www.telegraph.co.uk/rugby-union/2024/09/07/argentina-v-australia-live-score-rugby-championship-latest/
What were the key moments that led to Argentina’s victory over Australia in the Rugby Championship?
Rugby Championship: Argentina Thrashes Australia 67-27 in Dominant Performance
In a thrilling encounter, Argentina’s Pumas delivered a crushing defeat to Australia’s Wallabies, winning the Rugby Championship match 67-27 in Santa Fe. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Argentina, who lost to Australia just a week ago in La Plata [[1]].
The Wallabies started strong, taking the lead in the 15th minute through winger Carlo Tizzano. However, Argentina’s Mateo Carreras counterattacked, exploiting a gap in the defense, and Julian Montoya scored a penalty kick. At halftime, Australia led 20-17 [[2]].
But Argentina came out fierce in the second half, with No. 8 Juan Martin González dodging the defense to take the lead. The Pumas continued to dominate, with Pablo Montella scoring a try after a five-meter scramble. The Argentine team ran in tries, ultimately conceding the most points Australia has ever conceded in a match [[3]].
As a result, Argentina moved to second place in the standings with 10 points, eight points behind leaders South Africa with two games remaining. Australia, on the other hand, ranks last in the Rugby Championship standings.
This win is a significant boost for Argentina, who must now beat South Africa in their final two games, one at home and one away, to have any hope of winning the title. The Pumas’ dominant performance showcases their impressive skills and determination, making them a force to be reckoned with in the Rugby Championship.
Key players, such as Mateo Carreras and Juan Martin González, made crucial contributions to Argentina’s victory. Meanwhile, Australia’s veteran James Slipper made his 139th appearance for the Kangaroos, equaling George Gregan’s record.
The Rugby Championship continues to heat up, with teams fighting for supremacy in this highly competitive tournament. Stay tuned for more exciting matches and thrilling encounters.
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