It took a lot of work, but the All Blacks managed to pull off a tight win over a gallant Argentina in their opening Rugby World Cup match.
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Key Moments: All Blacks vs Argentina
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1/6 5 key moments from the All Blacks vs Argentina. -
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2/6 1) Argentina's try galvanised the Pumas, who were looking on the back foot. It set up a period of dominance that resulted in a half time lead. -
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3/6 2) McCaw goes to the bin. A piece of cynical play from the All Blacks skipper resulted in a rare yellow card. It left the All Blacks scrambling, particularly when Conrad Smith also got sent away.
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4/6 3) SBW enters the arena. Sonny Bill Williams was considered the lucky selection, but he proved his worth with devastating running and offloading.
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5/6 4) Smith scores. When Aaron Smith darted over for the first All Blacks try, it gave them the lead back at a time when the superior fitness of the ABs was beginning to take hold. They never looked back.
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6/6 5) Carter's golden boot. 4 penalties and 2 conversions kept the All Blacks within touch throughout a period of struggle. He didn't miss a shot.
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