The All Blacks and the Pumas both sit on six points atop the 2020 Tri Nations table, making tonight’s encounter at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle a do-or-die clash. Here’s how to live stream or watch the Round 5 game on TV.
Saturday night’s blockbuster is essential viewing as the Pumas will look to replicate their near-flawless 25-15 victory over the New Zealanders, though not with the same starting XV.
Argentinian coach Mario Ledesma has made some sweeping changes in the line-up in what could be a match for all the marbles. Santiago Cordero comes in to replace the injured Juan Imhoff while Felipe Ezcurra gets the start at scrumhalf. Further, the Pumas have added a raft of fresh faces, including debutant Lucas Paulos and a brand new centre pairing in Jerónimo de la Fuente and Juan Cruz Mallía.
Meanwhile, the All Blacks haven’t hit the big, red panic button; opting to make a mere three changes from their defeat two weeks ago. Akira Ioane, Scott Barrett and Nepo Laulala come into the side.
The 2020 Tri Nations Round 5 match will kick off at 7:45pm (AEDT), meaning a 6:45pm start for viewers in Queensland. For South Australians, the opening whistle will sound at 7:15pm (ACDT), 6:15pm (ACST) for those watching on in the Northern Territory and at 4:45pm (AWST) for Western Australia. For New Zealand viewers tuning in, the game will get underway at 9:45pm.
How to watch Argentina vs New Zealand online
Unfortunately, no free streaming service is available to watch the game live in Australia. Hence, you won’t be able to view the match on 10Play.
Nevertheless, Kayo Sports has got you covered. To stream Argentina versus New Zealand live or on-demand, you can purchase an account for $25 per month or they offer a 14-day free trial for new customers.
Otherwise, you can watch the match live on Foxtel Now, who also have a free trial available, this one for ten days. However, if you’re interested in purchasing a monthly subscription, which is a bit more expensive, make sure to include the sports package.
Both of these streaming services will mirror Fox Sports’ coverage and commentary.
How to watch Argentina vs New Zealand on TV
You’re not exactly spoilt for choice here as pay TV provider Foxtel is your only option to watch Tri Nations rugby Round 5 on TV. Fox Sports 505 will have all the coverage, beginning at 7pm (AEDT) and ending at 9:40pm to be followed by a brief post-game wrap up.
To reiterate, Network Ten will not be showing the match anywhere around the country as they only have the rights to the Wallabies games.
As always, come along to The Roar’s live scores to catch all the action.
Mr Checker
Roar Rookie
Something tells me you aren't a CFO, or have your own business. The gate takings pay for the stadium and expenses. For you to watch for free the players would have to be paid nothing. That model ended with 'the amateur era'.
LUCAS
Guest
GOLA
D Tebbutt
Guest
Absolutely disgusted and gutted that this international is not on free to air! Not a great way to introduce new fans to the sport. Very short term thinking! Greed is the primary cause behind this decision, not the long term survival of the code or the fans that have supported Rugby through the years!
Greg
Guest
Fools..u wonder was Rugby has gone done the drain..people feel they are getting ripped off to pay to watch. Cricket / Soccer / League / Aussie Rules all is free to air and have a hugh following. This a generational issue now..shame shame shame..
dan
Guest
all seems so out of normality; tv spoil all sports and not only by interminable adds, so why do they still need money money money to broadcast this match that is not played on the moon, but right here in Australia; there is more than money benefit by broadcasting sports on tv freely but small thinking and greediness is what we see more and more these days.