Ireland 22-19 Argentina

Ireland v Argentina Match Reports

Ireland held on for a hard fought and nervy 22-19 victory over Argentina in Dublin. A high tempo opening saw Jack Crowley and Mack Hansen both touch down for Ireland inside the first six minutes. Tomás Albornoz kept the visitors in touch with three penalty kicks, before Joe McCarthy added a third try for Ireland around the half-hour mark. The Pumas attacked in waves but couldn't find a way through as the first half ended 22-9 in the home side's favour. After the break, Argentina were first to score when Juan Cruz Mallía broke free in midfield and stepped his way across the line. Shortly afterwards, Albornoz kicked a fourth penalty to cut the deficit to just 3-points. The momentum swung back and forth as both teams searched for the crucial next score. Argentina came close to scoring in the final play of the match, but Ireland held on for a narrow victory. A selection of match reports is listed below:

• Autumn Internationals: Ireland hold off Argentina fightback to return to winning ways in Dublin
• BBC: Ireland edge past Argentina in Dublin thriller
• Guardian: Ireland hold off Argentina’s fightback after making rapid start
• RTE: Ireland hold on after second half Argentina fightback
• Irish Independent: Ireland survive Argentina onslaught to claim Autumn Nations victory