Ireland recovered from a recent defeat by the All Blacks to take an early lead against Argentina, scoring two tries within the first five minutes. The match was marked by a pivotal moment when Argentina’s Matias Moroni received a yellow card for a high tackle, thwarting a potential score. Despite this, the Irish team capitalized with tries from Jack Crowley and Mack Hansen, establishing a 12-3 lead. As Argentina struggled to capitalize on penalties, they trailed 15-9 by halftime. Ireland’s discipline remained a concern, conceding multiple penalties amidst dominant play.