Rugby World Cup Results 2015: Sunday Scores, Group Tables, Forthcoming Fixtures

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Published: September 20, 2015

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Argentina put up a valiant effort against New Zealand at the 2015 Rugby World Cup, but the All Blacks' quality eventually told as they earned their first win, but a total of three tries and a 26-16 scoreline was not enough to give either a bonus point.

Wales took all five points as they ran riot over Uruguay to kick-start their campaign, but also picked up three more injury concerns for their trouble, while Samoa soared to victory on Sunday with a 25-16 victory over the United States.

Read on for a recap of Sunday's results, along with a breakdown of the tournament standings and a look to the upcoming World Cup schedule.



New Zealand 26-16 Argentina New Zealand were ran uncomfortably close by Argentina but nevertheless grabbed the vital win over the team likely to be their closest rivals in Pool A.

Three penalties from veteran fly-half Dan Carter gave the All Blacks a 9-0 lead with a quarter of the match gone.

Just two minutes after the third kick though, Argentina roared back into the match as Guido Petti went over following Leonardo Senatore's powerful drive at the line, per ITV Rugby:



All Blacks captain Richie McCaw was sent to the sin bin for tripping Juan Imhoff, and Nicolas Sanchez—who converted the try—showed great composure to score a 48-metre penalty and take the lead for his side.

New Zealand were soon reduced to 13 men as Conrad Smith was given a yellow card, and another Sanchez penalty extended the lead, though Carter reduced the arrears with a kick of his own to close out a breathless first half.

Another early Sanchez penalty restored Argentina's four-point lead. New Zealand responded with a sustained period of intense pressure and were rewarded as Aaron Smith sneaked over the line after picking up the ball from a maul shortly before the hour-mark.

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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Rugby Union

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