Argentina 6-44 New Zealand LIVE RESULT – Rugby World Cup 2023: All Blacks THOUGH to another final after rout
NEW ZEALAND are THROUGH to the Rugby World Cup final after a 44-6 win over Argentina.
The All Blacks dominated from start to finish and will play either England or South Africa in the final on October 28.
- Start time: 8pm BST
- TV/Live stream: ITV1 HD
- Argentina XI: Cruz Mallia, Boffelli, Cinti, Chocobares, Carreras, 10 Carreras, Bertranou; Isa; Kremer, Gonzalez, Lavanini, Petti, Gomez Kodela, Montoya (c), Gallo
- New Zealand XI: Barrett, Jordan, Ioane, Barrett, Telea, Mo'unga, Smith; de Groot, Taylor, Lomax, Whitelock, Barrett, Frizell, Cane (c), Savea
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Final spot 'so sweet' for Barrett
New Zealand centre Jordie Barrett claims reaching the World Cup final is "so sweet" - as it's "new territory" for a fast-developing All Blacks side.
He said after tonight's 44-6 rout of Argentina: "I am just so proud of this group. It's not done yet.
"We will have a very tough match regardless of who we have next week. It's another week, which we are so grateful for."
Barrett added: "The conditions actually helped us a little bit. We were able to go forward and put their skillset under a wee bit of pressure with the greasy ball.
"One to eight laid a massive foundation for us. Scrum penalties and some maul penalties took the sting out of their legs. The big boys did an outstanding job."
Can England avoid second mis-match?
Argentina were predictably eclipsed 44-6 by New Zealand tonight - showing up the mis-match of the World Cup draw in the KO stage.
Now the big question is can England give South Africa - who began this evening as the tournament favourites - a much closer test in tomorrow's semi-final?
Marcos Kremer and Co look devastated - but in truth Argentina were outclassedCredit: Getty Red Rose experience and individual pedigree suggests they will.
And Steve Borthwick's men also have the freedom of already going as far as expected - whereas the Springboks will be under mighty pressure.
Jordie Barrett consoles pummelled Puma Nicolas Sanchez after defeatCredit: Getty One thing seems unlikely on Saturday - the equivalent of Will Jordan streaking through for three tries as the All Blacks wing did this evening.
Will Jordan is congratulated on his hat-trick of tries by fellow scorer Barrett as New Zealand beat Argentina 44-6Credit: AP All Blacks one win from record fourth world crown
Hat-trick hero Will Jordan led New Zealand's seven-try semi-final romp - Argentina's third defeat at this stage of the World Cup.
Now the All Blacks are one win from a record fourth World Cup crown.
But South Africa have also lifted the trophy three times - and hope to set up a final against New Zealand by beating England tomorrow.
Result: Argentina 6 NZ 44
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 44
The Pumas have won and lost the ball - and are now building in the middle, keen to keep the ball in play despite their inevitable defeat.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 44
The Pumas have the put-in at a scrum two minutes into stoppage time.
They come out with the ball...
Sniffing a record score...
The highest-ever World Cup semi-final win is the All Blacks' 49-6 mauling of Wales.
And as we enter the final minutes minute New Zealand have a throw deep in Pumas' territory.
HAT-TRICK! Argentina 6 NZ 44
Will Jordan scored a scintillating solo try - the Pumas ripped aside enabling the All Blacks hero to kick through and dive over.
That's Jordan's hat-trick - confirming his status as arguably the best wing of the tournament.
This seventh NZ try of the night went unconverted - leaving the All Blacks seven minutes to get six-plus points to reach a half-century.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 39
Barrett's yellow card is just about the only blot, discipline wise, on the All Blacks' merciless peformance.
They've given almost nothing away.
And even now, temporarily down to 14 men, they are matching the the Pumas for power.
Will Jordan dives over his his second and the All Blacks' sixth tryCredit: Rex
In the sin bin
All Black Scott Barrett is sent to the sin bind for stupidly knocking the ball out of the scrum-half's hands.
It's helped Argentina drive forward - but NZ victory has long been assured.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 39
Mo'unga misses the conversion - his erratic kicking for goal probably the only mediocre mark against the All Blacks.
And still the NZ replacements continue.
TRY! Argentina 6 NZ 39
Unstinting defence from the All Blacks is thwarting a valiant attempt from the Pumas to land some momentum and points.
There are two more changes for NZ.
And this heavy Pumas side face an exhausting time trying to prevent more scores.
The All Blacks are going through the phases - seemingly at their own pace.
And eventually Will Jordan crosses for their sixth try.
New Zealandâs Ardie Savea is tackled by Lautaro Bazan VelezCredit: PA Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 34
The Pumas rip back with their most dynamic break - albeit earning just a penalty in the end.
With such a big deficit, Argentina kick it for the corner rather than bid for three points.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 34
The All Blacks have just gone through 17 phases, stretching left and then right with a kick through that just bounces into touch when a try beckoned.
They promptly bring on four more replacements.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 34
We can expect to see a batch of All Blacks' replacements coming on - as they can rest players for next week's final.
The first change is hooker Samisoni Taukei'aho coming on for Codie Taylor.
NZ have more than matched the Pumas at their own game - power. And they've obliterated them at the All Blacks' speciality - slick ball skills and lethal counters.
Latest: Argentina 6 NZ 34
With the Pumas wilting we could be on for a huge All Blacks' total - unless there's a dramatic turnaround.
Jordie Barrett is tackled this time but the Al Blacks look in total control FOURTH TRY! Argentina 6 NZ 34
More All Blacks' tries look inevitable as they power forward.
And indeed they cross on 49 minutes - Shannon Frizell squirming over down the middle for a converted score.
TRY! Argentina 6 NZ 27
Inside the second minute of the second period the All Blacks blitz through for a fourth try.
And in the end it's all too comfortable for Aaron Smith in the right corner, Mo'unga converting.
SH under way: Argentina 6 NZ 20
The Pumas are already up against it - right from the kick off.
Pumas mauled
Rattled Argentina need a blistering response early in the second period to have any chance against an All Blacks' side near their most exciting and clinical best.
NZ have been outstanding in defence, dealing with the Pumas' rucks authoritatively.
Then timer after time they've moved Argentina around when they've countered.
NZ's Richie Moâunga successfully picked a penalty and a conversion in the first halfCredit: EPA HT: Argentina 6 NZ 20
NZ's back-line has just been too slick and lethal - in comparison the Pumas' clumsier attempts to convert ball into serious threats.
Three tries to none is probably a fair relfecftion.
And in terms of half-time deficits, a comeback victory for Argentina would be the biggest ever in the history of World Cup semi-finals.
THIRD TRY! Argentina 6 NZ 20
After that latest penalty from ever-reliable All Black kicker Richie Mo'unga, the Pumas desperately tried to keep NZ out in first-half stoppage time.
But the pressure told - Shannon Frizell walking in on the left corner.
Mo'unga hit the post with his conversion attempt - the final touch of the half.
PENALTY! Argentina 6 NZ 15
Now the All Blacks are building calmly, and earn a penalty in the middle of the Pumas' half.
So frustrating for Argentina to give away more cheap points after battling back.
PENALTY! Argentina 6 NZ 12
NZ back Jordie Barrett conceded the penalty - by failing to roll away.
And although the Pumas were looking remorselessly in their surging break they eventually opted to kick the three points.
Latest: Argentina 3 NZ 12
Finally the Pumas are looking consistent as they push forward.
In fact they've now been in the All Blacks' 22 half a dozen times - and this is by the far the most dangerous press.
They've also got a penalty advantage - but they are up to the line.