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2025 Argentina vs New Zealand All Blacks - Men's

New Zealand All Blacks Score Six Tries, Win Despite Argentina's Late Push

New Zealand All Blacks Score Six Tries, Win Despite Argentina's Late Push

Read the recap and watch highlights of the 2025 Rugby Championship match between the New Zealand All Blacks and Argentina on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Aug 16, 2025 by Andy Schamma
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The No. 2 New Zealand All Blacks kicked off the 2025 Rugby Championship in Cordoba, Argentina, facing off against a hungry team in the No. 7 Argentina Los Pumas. 

Felipe Contempomi's squad surged out of the locker room in the second half but was unable to put a stop to the All Blacks. 

A win would have marked a historic occasion as Argentina's 250th test victory and first against the All Blacks on their home soil.

With this win, the All Blacks retook their spot on top of the World Rugby Rankings, a position they haven't held since November 2021.

After the No. 1 Springboks were upset by the Australia in the early Saturday game after a 38-point swing, everyone was on edge as the Pumas closed the gap with NZ to just seven points, before Samisoni Taukei'aho added two more tries to the board for the All Blacks.

Captain Scott Barrett led the All Blacks, with Julian Montoya as the captain for Los Pumas.

The New Zealand All Blacks and Argentina kicked off at 5:10 p.m. ET on FloRugby for fans in the United States.

Subscribe to watch the 2025 Rugby Championship live and on-demand on FloRugby.

Final Score: New Zealand All Blacks 41, Argentina Los Pumas 24

New Zealand All Blacks Score Six Tries And Win, Despite Argentina's Late Push

Read the recap of scores and watch highlights of the 2025 Rugby Championship between the New Zealand All Blacks and Argentina on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Anton Lienert-Brown Sent Off, Yellow - '77

As the clock ticks down, an unfortunate contact up high brought out the yellow to put the All Blacks down a man for the second time in the game.

Taukei'aho Is Unstoppable, Earns Another Try - '74

Just six minutes later, Samisoni repeats the success, touching down to extend the lead and put the game largely out of reach for the Pumas.

Taukei'aho Stretches Lead - '68

After mounting a speedy reply, the All Blacks scored an important try at the hands of Samisoni Taukei'aho. Barrett missed the conversion, the third ball of the game to bounce off the uprights.

After Stalwart Hold By New Zealand, Pumas Finally Score - '62

After nearly six minutes straight of pressure by the home team, Los Pumas' Joaquin Oviedo finally broke the plane and put up a try to keep them in the game and close the gap to just 7 points.

Can the All Blacks respond? Yes, they sure can.

Yellow Card Shown For Billy Proctor - '58

Momentum continued to go the way of the Argentinians, as Proctor sent off the field for 10 minutes, just meters away from the try line.

Albornoz Streaks Through All Blacks Defense - '50

After providing a great kicking game so far today, Albornoz snuck through the All Blacks from a quick pass away from Gonzalo Garcia to score the try.

Substitutions Coming In - 49'

Sclavi comes on.

Pedro Delgado leaves.

Nahual Tetaz Chaparro comes on.

Mayco Vivas leaves.

Part 2 In Cordoba Is Underway

After an intense ending to the first 40 minutes of this Rugby Championship matchup, the All Blacks and Los Pumas return to the pitch.

At The Half: New Zealand All Blacks 31, Argentina Los Pumas 10 - '44

In a huge surge before the whistle at the half, the All Blacks were able to secure one more try, finding Sevu Reece at the edge once again to penetrate the Pumas defense.

Some quick stats from the first half:

Penalty Goals

  • New Zealand: 1
  • Argentina: 1

Tries

  • New Zealand: 4
  • Argentina: 1

Conversions

  • New Zealand: 4
  • Argentina: 1

Carries

  • New Zealand: 52
  • Argentina: 52

Turnovers Lost

  • New Zealand: 5
  • Argentina: 7

Turnovers Won

  • New Zealand: 3
  • Argentina: 1

Things Heat Up, Savea Scored Try For AB - '37

Ardie Savea scored the try near the end of the half after a lot of waiting due to injury pauses and penalty resets.

Argentina Adds Three More On Penalty Kick - '29

Albornoz secures this one to close the gap ever so slightly as the yellow card expired.

Jordan To Ratima For Breakaway Try - 23'

The speed of the All Blacks came through with a missed tackle and breakout by Will Jordan before making a quick pass to Cortez Ratima to score the try.

Mayco Vivas Earns Yellow - 17'

All Blacks go up a man through 27'. 

As the Pumas fight a man down, their energy levels have filled the gap, creating a turnover and offensive opportunity about halfway through the penalty.

Argentina Strikes Back To Thunderous "Pumas" Chants - 15'

As the crowd broke into thunderous "Pumas" chants, the Argentinians played for nearly 90 seconds under the penalty advantage, but they didn't need it. 

They found Rodrigo Isgro on the outside to get past the All Blacks and put up a try of their own. Albornoz nailed the conversion.

Reece Stretches To Secure Opening Try For AB - 8'

Although the Argentinian defense held strong for a moment, Will Jordan helped the ball get out quickly to find Sevu Reece on the edge to score the first try. 

Beauden Barrett took the kick, another that bounced off the post, but this time, it bounced in the kicker's favor.

Penalty Goes Other Way To Give Argentina Opportunity -  6'

Albornoz missed the penalty kick, bouncing off the post back into the hands of the All Blacks.

All Blacks Score First Points After Early Penalty - 3'

Santiago Chocobares was penalized for a late hit on Jordie Barrett, Beauden Barrett scores the kick for the first lead of the match.

We're Underway At Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes

It's showtime!

Players To Watch Today: All Blacks vs. Argentina

New Zealand All Blacks vs Argentina Rugby Start Time

New Zealand All Blacks vs. Argentina kicks off at 5:10 p.m. ET on FloRugby.

Watch On YouTube: The Rugby Championship 2025 Preview | Team-By-Team Guide & Predictions 

The Rugby Championship 2025 is here – and it’s set to be one of the most competitive in years. 

We break down all four teams – Argentina, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa – with key players, strengths, weaknesses and our predictions for the tournament.

From the Pumas’ shot at history to the Springboks’ bid for back-to-back titles, here’s everything you need to know before kickoff.

Los Pumas Take The Pitch

All Blacks Could Take Over Top Spot In World Rugby Rankings With Win

If New Zealand wins or draws today against Argentina, the All Blacks will be back in the No. 1 spot on the World Rugby Rankings, overtaking the Springboks and returning to the top for the first time since November 2021.

Earlier Today: Wallabies Go On 38-Point Run To Take Win Over Springboks

Wallabies Player Ratings From Stunning Comeback Win At Ellis Park

After leading at the half 22-5, the Springboks were overrun by the unstoppable Wallabies at Ellis Park. It was the Springboks first loss in more than a year.

Read the Player Ratings by Philip Bendon after the stunning match.

What To Know: All Blacks vs. Argentina Rugby Game Preview

Preview: Pumas Eye Historic Home Win Over All Blacks In Rugby Championship

Philip Bendon broke down tonight's match, including his bold predictions and analysis on what it will take for either team to walk out of Cordoba with a win.

Where the match will be won: Across the board, these two sides are more equally matched than at any point in their respective histories.

Up front, the battle at set-piece time will be ferocious and will go a long way to deciding which side can get much-needed field position.

Yet, it is in the back three where the most intriguing of head-to-head battles are set to unfold..."

Click here to read the full write-up.

Argentina Rugby Lineup vs. New Zealand 

Los Pumas Starting XV

  1. Mayco Vivas
  2. Julián Montoya (C)
  3. Pedro Delgado
  4. Franco Molina
  5. Pedro Rubiolo
  6. Pablo Matera (VC)
  7. Marcos Kremer
  8. Joaquín Oviedo
  9. Gonzalo García
  10. Tomás Albornoz
  11. Bautista Delguy
  12. Santiago Chocobares
  13. Lucio Cinti
  14. Rodrigo Isgró
  15. Juan Cruz Mallía (VC)

Replacements

  • 16. Ignacio Ruiz
  • 17. Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro
  • 18. Joel Sclavi
  • 19. Guido Petti
  • 20. Juan Martín González
  • 21. Simón Benítez Cruz
  • 22. Santiago Carreras
  • 23. Justo Piccardo

New Zealand Rugby Lineup vs. Argentina 

All Blacks Rugby Starting XV

  1. Ethan de Groot
  2. Codie Taylor
  3. Fletcher Newell
  4. Scott Barrett (C)
  5. Fabian Holland
  6. Tupou Vaa’i
  7. Du’Plessis Kirifi
  8. Ardie Savea (VC)
  9. Cortez Ratima
  10. Beauden Barrett
  11. Rieko Ioane
  12. Jordie Barrett (VC)
  13. Billy Proctor
  14. Sevu Reece
  15. Will Jordan

Replacements

  • 16. Samisoni Taukei’aho
  • 17. Ollie Norris
  • 18. Pasilio Tosi
  • 19. Patrick Tuipulotu
  • 20. Samipeni Finau
  • 21. Finlay Christie
  • 22. Anton Lienert-Brown
  • 23. Damian McKenzie

How To Watch Argentina vs. New Zealand Free Stream

This match will also stream for free on the FloRugby Youtube and Facebook accounts in the United States starting at 5:00 p.m. ET.

On What Channel Are The All Blacks Playing Today?

Every match of the 2025 Rugby Championship is streaming live in the United States on FloRugby and the FloSports app.

Match replays, highlights and breaking news will be on both platforms.

The Rugby Championship 2025 Schedule

Aug. 16

Aug. 23

Sept. 6

Sept. 13

Sept. 27

Oct. 4

How to Stream Argentina vs. All Blacks In Round 1 Of The Rugby Championship

  • Date: Saturday, Aug. 16
  • Kickoff: 5:10 p.m. ET
  • Location: Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes, Córdoba
  • Live Stream: FloRugby.com and the FloSports app (U.S. and Canada)

FloRugby will provide live coverage, replays and analysis for subscribers in North America.

How To Watch The Rugby Championship 2025

In the United States, rugby fans can watch 2025 The Rugby Championship on FloRugby and the FloSports App. 

How To Watch Rugby Matches In The United States On FloRugby

The URC will stream all its matches on FloRugby and the FloSports app in the United States. FloRugby and FloSports also are the U.S. home to: 

FloRugby also is home to match archives and match replays. 

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