Michael Cheika is eyeing history, as he takes charge of the Pumas against the All Blacks for the first time on Saturday.
The former Wallabies coach was an assistant for Argentina's first win over the All Blacks in 2020.
Now, he's in the top job, embracing the side's culture and is relishing the challenge of leading them to a first victory on New Zealand soil.
"For me, I've really had a great time, I've enjoyed myself," Cheika said.
A far cry from the abrasive figure who was in charge of the Wallabies for five years.
Having been appointed head coach of Argentina in March, it's been a fresh start with new ideas and learning Spanish.
And as well as embracing a new culture, Cheika's revealing a lighter approach. Kiwis icon, and Pumas assistant David Kidwell on the receiving end in his hometown
"There's not many places you go to play footy, where there's a giant mural of one of your coaches on the wall right," Cheika said.
But the competitive edge remains, as The Pumas build towards next year's World Cup, with a first away win over the All Blacks in their sights.
"Firsts aren't easy, you know, because not only do you have to do something that's difficult, but also have the mental strength to get over that idea that we've got to be the ones that change history," Cheika said.
Argentina changed history in their last outing, putting 48 points on the Wallabies, but face a step up in opposition on Saturday.
"We know we'll be rank underdogs, but the people that have to believe in us, are ourselves, and we believe in ourselves that's for sure," Cheika said.
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