In a nail-biting conclusion to their Rugby Championship clash, South Africa’s narrow 29-28 loss to Argentina left fans heartbroken and sparked intense debate. Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, however, refused to lay the blame solely on flyhalf Manie Libbok, who missed a crucial penalty kick in the dying moments of the match.
The Springboks started the game on a high note, quickly establishing a 17-0 lead thanks to tries from Aphelele Fassi and Jesse Kriel, both converted by Handré Pollard. But their initial dominance soon gave way to a spirited comeback from Los Pumas.
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