Argentina Edges Australia 28-26 in Rugby Championship Sydney Clash

In a closely contested Rugby Championship match in Sydney, Argentina narrowly defeated the Wallabies 28-26, with flyhalf Santiago Carreras scoring 23 points through accurate kicking and conversion. Despite the Wallabies scoring four tries to Argentina's one, their lack of discipline resulted in conceding 14 penalties, which proved costly against the Pumas' efficient game plan. Australia mounted a dramatic late comeback, with Filipo Daugunu scoring his second try in the final minute, but a forward pass was overlooked by officials, and Argentina secured the win with a crucial penalty at the Wallabies' try-line. The match highlighted Australia's slow start, costly mistakes by debutant Tane Edmed, and repeated ill-discipline that dampened their chances despite strong second-half efforts. Argentina's captain Julian Montoya scored the only try for the Pumas, while Carreras' composure under pressure, including a sin-bin period, helped maintain their slender lead. The result keeps Argentina's hopes alive in the Rugby Championship and leaves Australia frustrated after failing to capitalize on their attacking opportunities.