{"id":278545,"date":"2025-11-11T22:18:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T22:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/278545\/"},"modified":"2025-11-11T22:18:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T22:18:07","slug":"5-things-to-know-scotland-vs-argentina-rugby-2025-at-murrayfield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/278545\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Know: Scotland vs Argentina Rugby 2025 at Murrayfield"},"content":{"rendered":"

Scotland<\/a> host Argentina<\/a> at Murrayfield on Sunday, Nov. 16, \u00a0for a high-stakes Autumn Nations Series clash.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Kick-off is set for 10:10 a.m. ET (3:10 p.m. local time), streaming on Peacock for fans in the USA.<\/p>\n

Scotland is looking to rebound after a tough loss to New Zealand, while the Pumas, fresh off a big win over Wales, aim to secure back-to-back victories for the first time in 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Expect a hard-hitting encounter between two evenly matched, attack-minded teams.<\/p>\n

1. Scotland and Argentina Rivalry Keeps Growing<\/p>\n

This fixture has evolved into one of modern rugby\u2019s most exciting rivalries.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The teams have traded dramatic wins since Scotland\u2019s breakthrough series victory in Salta in 2022, and their most recent clash in Edinburgh was decided by narrow margins.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Both sides pride themselves on high-tempo, physical play. With the atmosphere of Murrayfield behind them, Scotland will look to extend their positive run against the Pumas.<\/p>\n

2. Scotland Hold the Edge in Recent Meetings<\/p>\n

Scotland have dominated recent matchups, winning 10 of their last 14 Tests against Argentina after managing only one win in their first eight encounters.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Each of their last two victories came by 23-point margins, showing how much their confidence and structure have grown. Importantly, Scotland have never lost to Argentina by more than nine points, a sign of how competitive this fixture has been.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The hosts will look to maintain that upper hand this weekend.<\/p>\n

3. Argentina Seek Consistency After Wales Win<\/p>\n

The Pumas enter the match on the back of a commanding 52\u201328 win over Wales, but consistency has been elusive\u2014they\u2019ve yet to notch consecutive victories in 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Under head coach Felipe Contepomi, Argentina have shown flashes of brilliance, including wins over New Zealand and Australia in the Rugby Championship.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Their forward pack, led by Marcos Kremer, Pablo Matera, and Juan Mart\u00edn Gonz\u00e1lez, provides relentless intensity. If they can sustain that form, Scotland will have their hands full in the physical exchanges.<\/p>\n

4. Scotland\u2019s Attack Led by Kinghorn and Graham<\/p>\n

Two of Scotland\u2019s most dangerous backs have been in outstanding form this year. Blair Kinghorn leads all Tier 1 players with 99.2 metres gained per 80 minutes, while Darcy Graham tops the list for line breaks per 80 minutes (1.9).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Their ability to exploit space and turn half-chances into tries makes them essential to Scotland\u2019s attack. If the forward pack can provide front-foot ball, these two could be decisive against Argentina\u2019s defense.<\/p>\n

5. Tactical Battle: Townsend vs Contepomi<\/p>\n

This contest promises a fascinating tactical duel.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Gregor Townsend\u2019s Scotland combine structured play with flashes of creativity from Finn Russell and Ben White, while newcomers like Liam McConnell and Harri Morris add fresh energy.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Across the field, Felipe Contepomi\u2019s Argentina are organized and opportunistic, punishing mistakes through quick turnovers and disciplined kicking.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Expect a fierce breakdown contest, strategic kicking exchanges, and moments of flair from both sides that could tip the balance.<\/p>\n

Autumn Nations And Autumn Internationals Rugby 2025 Schedule: Round 3, Nov. 15-16<\/p>\n

Saturday, Nov. 8<\/p>\n

Georgia 43 – 30 USA \u2013 Adjarabet Arena (Autumn International)Ireland 41 – 10 Japan \u2013 Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)Scotland 17 – 25 New Zealand \u2013 Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)Italy 26 – 19 Australia \u2013 Bluenergy Stadium (Autumn Nations)England 38 – 18 Fiji \u2013 Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)France 17 – 32 South Africa \u2013 Stade de France (Autumn Nations)Colombia 34 – 25 Mexico \u2013 Estadio Cincuentenario (Autumn International)Romania 31 – 21 Canada \u2013 Stadionul Na\u021bional Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)Portugal 8 – 26 Uruguay \u2013 Est\u00e1dio Nacional do Jamor (Autumn International)<\/p>\n

Sunday, Nov. 9<\/p>\n

Wales 28 – 52 Argentina \u2013 Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Nov. 15<\/p>\n

7 a.m. ET \u2013 Georgia vs. Canada \u2013 Adjarabet Arena (Autumn International)7:40 a.m. ET \u2013 Italy vs. South Africa \u2013 Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)10 a.m. ET \u2013 Romania vs. USA \u2013 Stadionul Na\u021bional Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)10:10 a.m. ET \u2013 England vs. New Zealand \u2013 Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)12:40 p.m. ET \u2013 Wales vs. Japan \u2013 Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)3:10 p.m. ET \u2013 France vs. Fiji \u2013 Stade Matmut-Atlantique (Autumn Nations)3:10 p.m. ET \u2013 Ireland vs. Australia \u2013 Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)10 a.m. ET \u2013 Portugal vs. Hong Kong China \u2013 Est\u00e1dio Nacional do Jamor (Autumn International)<\/p>\n

Sunday, Nov. 16<\/p>\n

10:10 a.m. ET \u2013 Scotland vs. Argentina \u2013 Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Nov. 22<\/p>\n

7 a.m. ET \u2013 Georgia vs. Japan \u2013 Mikheil Meskhi Stadium (Autumn International)10:10 a.m. ET \u2013 Wales vs. New Zealand \u2013 Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)11 a.m. ET \u2013 Spain vs. Fiji \u2013 Estadio Ciudad de M\u00e1laga (Autumn International)12:40 p.m. ET \u2013 Ireland vs. South Africa \u2013 Aviva Stadium (Autumn Nations)3:10 p.m. ET \u2013 Italy vs. Chile \u2013 Stadio Luigi Ferraris (Autumn Nations)3:10 p.m. ET \u2013 France vs. Australia \u2013 Stade de France (Autumn Nations)10 a.m. ET \u2013 Romania vs. Uruguay \u2013 Stadionul Na\u021bional Arcul de Triumf (Autumn International)11 a.m. ET \u2013 Portugal vs. Canada \u2013 Est\u00e1dio Municipal Cidade de Coimbra (Autumn International)<\/p>\n

Sunday, Nov. 23<\/p>\n

8:40 a.m. ET \u2013 Scotland vs. Tonga \u2013 Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Autumn Nations)11:10 a.m. ET \u2013 England vs. Argentina \u2013 Allianz Stadium (Autumn Nations)<\/p>\n

Saturday, Nov. 29<\/p>\n

10:10 a.m. ET \u2013 Wales vs. South Africa \u2013 Principality Stadium (Autumn Nations)How To Watch Autumn Nations Series 2025<\/p>\n

The 2025 Autumn Nations will be broadcast on different networks all over the world.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you live in the USA, you can watch the games on Peacock.\u00a0<\/p>\n

UK: TNT SportsUSA: PeacockIreland: TNT Sports (Autumn Nations Games) \/ Virgin Media (Ireland Games)Wales: S4CSouth Africa: SuperSportAustralia: Stan SportNew Zealand: Sky Sport NZEuropean Union Rugby Lives On FloSports And FloRugby<\/p>\n

Rugby fans can stream every match from the Top 14, Gallagher Premiership and United Rugby Championship on FloRugby, along with the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, making the platform the U.S. home for the world\u2019s biggest club competitions and the game\u2019s top players.<\/p>\n

How To Watch Rugby Matches In The United States On FloRugby<\/p>\n

Professional club rugby in Europe all streams on FloRugby and the FloSports app in the United States. FloRugby and FloSports also are the U.S. home to:\u00a0<\/p>\n

FloRugby also is home to match archives and match replays.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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