Lionel Scaloni proud of Argentina for suffering in ‘perfect game’
2 years ago

Lionel Scaloni proud of Argentina for suffering in ‘perfect game’

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina were made to suffer before landing their first World Cup title in 36 years, having twice squandered a lead, including in extra-time before edging past defending champions France 4-2 on penalties in the final on Sunday. It was a dramatic final with Argentina first squandering a two-goal lead in regular time and then going back in front in extra-time with Lionel Messi’s second goal before Kylian Mbappe completed his hat-trick to level 3-3 in the 118th minute with a second penalty that forced the shootout. “It was a game where we suffered,” said Emiliano Martinez, who saved one penalty in the shootout on Sunday but had also saved two more spot kicks in their quarter-final against Netherlands.

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Copa America 2024: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for a violence-free final
6 months ago

Copa America 2024: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for a violence-free final

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hopes Sunday’s Copa America final will be free from violence after clashes between players and fans marred the last-four match between Colombia and Uruguay. Scaloni voiced his support for the Uruguay players involved in the incident after the Uruguayan Football Association said their family members had been assaulted by Colombian fans in the stands. Argentina forward …

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final
6 months ago

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final

The Hindu  

Argentina’s path to the Copa America final has been no bed of roses, coach Lionel Scaloni said, as he lauded his players for their performance in Tuesday’s 2-0 semi-final win over Canada. Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi scored to secure Argentina’s spot in the final of a third straight major tournament after their victories at the 2022 World Cup and …

Lionel Scaloni attempts to move on from Copa America field controversy: ‘It’s done’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Scaloni attempts to move on from Copa America field controversy: ‘It’s done’

New York Times  

Lionel Scaloni has attempted to move on from the controversy over field conditions at Copa America ahead of Argentina’s second game of the tournament. Scaloni was critical following the defending champions’ win over Canada in the opener saying the Mercedes-Benz Stadium pitch was “not good for spectacle” and “not up to standard for these players” which include Inter Miami star …

Lionel Scaloni to remain Argentina boss after decision reversal ahead of Copa America
7 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Scaloni to remain Argentina boss after decision reversal ahead of Copa America

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he is fully …

Lionel Messi left in tears by emotional World Cup celebration
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi left in tears by emotional World Cup celebration

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi was left in tears as Argentina …

Argentina must retain competitive edge after World Cup win says Scaloni
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina must retain competitive edge after World Cup win says Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his players need to maintain their high competitive level after beating France on penalties to win the country’s third World Cup in Qatar last year. The coach said his main objective at this stage, after winning the Copa America, ‘Finalissima’ and World Cup, is for the players to understand that they must remain competitive. Afterwards, …

Lionel Messi's Argentine Salvation: Of Tears, Jeers and Celestial Providence
2 years ago

Lionel Messi's Argentine Salvation: Of Tears, Jeers and Celestial Providence

News 18  

As improbable as it sounds right now, there was a time when the football-mad Argentine populace felt rather indifferent towards one of their biggest-ever products, Lionel Messi. But, while Messi’s trophy cabinet was overflowing unable to hold the massive list of personal and team accolades, the voices back home in Buenos Aires didn’t sound as content as one would expect. …

Argentina confident manager Lionel Scaloni will stay with World Cup winners
2 years ago

Argentina confident manager Lionel Scaloni will stay with World Cup winners

Firstpost  

Lionel Scaloni, 44, has been in charge of Argentina since 2018, leading them to the 2021 Copa America and World Cup glories. Buenos Aires: Argentina’s football federation chief insisted Monday that coach Lionel Scaloni will remain with the World Cup winners. Scaloni, 44, has been in charge of the team since 2018, leading them to the Copa America in 2021 …

Watch - Lionel Scaloni: Getting to know the Argentina manager who made World Cup history in Qatar 2022
2 years ago

Watch - Lionel Scaloni: Getting to know the Argentina manager who made World Cup history in Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, who masterminded the South Americans’ penalty shoot-out victory over France in Sunday’s World Cup final, called on his compatriots to enjoy the glory. “It hasn’t yet sunk in but this is a moment to enjoy, especially the people,” Scaloni told the official World Cup media channel in Doha. On Sunday, Scaloni led Argentina into the World …

‘I want to continue’: Lionel Messi not ready to call time on Argentina career yet
2 years ago

‘I want to continue’: Lionel Messi not ready to call time on Argentina career yet

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy World Cup winner Lionel Messi is not ready …

Argentines erupt in joy after epic World Cup final
2 years ago

Argentines erupt in joy after epic World Cup final

LA Times  

Argentine soccer fans descend on in Buenos Aires’ Obelisk to celebrate their team’s World Cup victory over France on Sunday. Argentines let loose Sunday and streets across the country became places of celebration after an epic World Cup final in which the national team beat France on penalties. “When you suffer over something so much, the satisfaction is greater,” Fabio …

Lionel Messi: Argentina star reacts to ‘spectacular’ win to make World Cup final
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi: Argentina star reacts to ‘spectacular’ win to make World Cup final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi insists “we know what we are” …

Argentina have worked out how to hurt Croatia, coach claims
2 years, 1 month ago

Argentina have worked out how to hurt Croatia, coach claims

The Independent  

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FIFA World Cup: Argentina has worked out where to hurt Croatia, says Scaloni
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Argentina has worked out where to hurt Croatia, says Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina will trust its system when it faces Croatia in the World Cup semifinal and believes it has worked out how to hurt the 2018 runner-up, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Monday. But this is football, this is sport, so sometimes the best team may not win.” When pressed on Croatia’s veteran midfielder Luka Modric, who is still going strong …

World Cup 2022: Lionel Scaloni defends Argentina players behaviour in stormy win over Netherlands
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup 2022: Lionel Scaloni defends Argentina players behaviour in stormy win over Netherlands

India Today  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said that criticism of his players' behaviour during the tense World Cup quarterfinal match against the Netherlands was "out of touch with reality." There were 17 yellow cards and one sending-off as players clashed on numerous occasions before and after Argentina won a penalty shootout to advance to the World Cup semifinals. "We have to remove …

Lionel Scaloni warns Argentina of the danger of underestimating the Socceroos
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Scaloni warns Argentina of the danger of underestimating the Socceroos

Daily Mail  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has looked to put pressure on Australia insisting his side won't go into their Round of 16 tie as the favourites. Mathew Leckie scored the only goal of the game as the Socceroos beat Denmark 1-0 on Thursday morning to reach the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time in 16 years and …

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni blasts 'crazy' schedule of last sixteen games
2 years, 1 month ago

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni blasts 'crazy' schedule of last sixteen games

Daily Mail  

Alexis Mac Allister says Argentina must be wary of the Socceroos in next round Lionel Messi says he was angry about missing the penalty in 2-0 victory in Qatar Scaloni's team play Australia less than 72 hours after they defeated Poland Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni not happy with scheduling of last sixteen Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni last night declared he …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for calm after Messi heroics in 2-0 over Mexico
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for calm after Messi heroics in 2-0 over Mexico

India Today  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said it was a huge relief beating Mexico in their second FIFA World Cup 2022 match but urged his team to stay grounded as they seek qualification to the knockout stages. Argentina, who had headed to the World Cup in Qatar with plenty of expectations around their highly-rated squad, slipped to a 1-2 loss to Saudi …

World Cup: Lionel Messi admits Argentina's victory over Mexico is a 'weight off his shoulders'
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Lionel Messi admits Argentina's victory over Mexico is a 'weight off his shoulders'

Daily Mail  

But boss Lionel Scaloni insisted his side needed to remember it it just a game Lionel Messi admitted it was a relief to have Argentina's fate back in their hands Lionel Messi confessed it was a weight off his shoulders to have Argentina's fate back in his hands after inspiring his team to victory. Lionel Messi led Argentina to their …

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni calls on Diego Maradona for inspiration, as they prepare for Mexico
2 years, 1 month ago

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni calls on Diego Maradona for inspiration, as they prepare for Mexico

Daily Mail  

He also confirmed that Lionel Messi is fit after rumours he had missed training Manager Lionel Scaloni said they would 'give him something to smile about' They will face Mexico the day after the anniversary of Diego Maradona's death 'He'll be looking down on us,’ said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni on Friday, when asked about the second anniversary of Diego …

Lionel Scaloni calls on Argentina players to honour Diego Maradona’s memory
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Scaloni calls on Argentina players to honour Diego Maradona’s memory

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina football manager Lionel Scaloni called on his …

FIFA World Cup: Scaloni insists Argentina did not take Saudis lightly
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Scaloni insists Argentina did not take Saudis lightly

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni insisted on Tuesday his team had not taken Saudi Arabia lightly ahead of their shocking 2-1 World Cup defeat in Qatar. “We fully respect Saudi Arabia as we do with other teams, that’s not the reason for our defeat,” said Scaloni, whose team had not lost since July 2019. “They are a good team with technical …

'In a National Team like Argentina You Always Carry Pressure Being the Coach'- Lionel Scaloni
2 years, 1 month ago

'In a National Team like Argentina You Always Carry Pressure Being the Coach'- Lionel Scaloni

News 18  

Argentina have no obligation to win the World Cup, coach Lionel Scaloni said ahead of their opener against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, adding that it was mere details that will decide who will become the champions. Argentina won the 2021 Copa America but despite always being one of the World Cup favourites they have not lifted football’s most precious trophy …

Lionel Scaloni shuns favourites tag but Argentina are in the form of their lives heading into Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Scaloni shuns favourites tag but Argentina are in the form of their lives heading into Qatar

Daily Mail  

Argentina begin their Group C campaign when they take on Saudi Arabia 'Who knows if there isn't another one after this,' says Argentina full-back Nicolas Tagliafico of this being Leo Messi's last attempt at winning the World Cup. Qatar will mark Lionel Messi's fifth, and his final, World Cup tournament 16 years after his first Coach Lionel Scaloni had no …

Messi fought through the pain barrier to help Argentina to Copa America glory, claims boss Scaloni
3 years, 6 months ago

Messi fought through the pain barrier to help Argentina to Copa America glory, claims boss Scaloni

Daily Mail  

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni said that Lionel Messi played through the pain barrier to help his side lift the Copa America. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni embraces Lionel Messi after the Copa America final victory 'You can never do without a player like him, even when he is not fully fit like in this game and the previous one.' An international …

Argentina coach glad Messi resolved Barcelona issues - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Argentina coach glad Messi resolved Barcelona issues - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni is hoping Lionel Messi’s decision to stay at Barcelona will benefit the national team when World Cup qualifying starts this week. Scaloni told a news conference on Wednesday that he played no part in the decision but was happy to see the issue resolved so that Messi could focus fully on his performances on the pitch. …

Lionel Scaloni hails Argentina's attitude in Germany draw
5 years, 3 months ago

Lionel Scaloni hails Argentina's attitude in Germany draw

The Hindu  

Lionel Scaloni thinks Argentina's 2-2 draw with Germany on Wednesday produced arguably the best performance of his spell in charge of La Albiceleste. Argentina found itself trailing 2-0 in Dortmund after 22 minutes of the international friendly, as Serge Gnabry prodded in from close range before teeing up Kai Havertz for his first Germany goal. REPORT | GER 2-2 ARG …

Argentina to stick with Lionel Scaloni for 2022 World Cup qualifiers
5 years, 5 months ago

Argentina to stick with Lionel Scaloni for 2022 World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Lionel Scaloni will take charge of Argentina in qualifying for the 2022 World Cup, the Argentine Football Association has confirmed. The AFA put the former Deportivo La Coruna defender in charge, initially on a temporary basis, and he led Argentina to the Copa America semifinals, where it lost to rival and eventual champion Brazil. READ: Controversial Mata penalty gives Manchester …

Copa America 2019: Lionel Messi still vital for Argentina, says Lionel Scaloni
5 years, 6 months ago

Copa America 2019: Lionel Messi still vital for Argentina, says Lionel Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni defended Lionel Messi, saying the star was still key to his team despite a quieter Copa America campaign. Messi has scored just once, from the penalty spot against Paraguay, in four games at the tournament, where Argentina reached the semifinals courtesy of a 2-0 win over Venezuela on Friday. Amid criticism of the Barcelona star, Scaloni …

Argentina lucky to be alive at Copa America, says Lionel Scaloni
5 years, 6 months ago

Argentina lucky to be alive at Copa America, says Lionel Scaloni

The Hindu  

Lionel Scaloni admitted Argentina was "lucky" to still be alive in the Copa America after a 1-1 draw with Paraguay on Wednesday. But Argentina also needed goalkeeper Franco Armani, who saved a spot-kick from Derlis Gonzalez to earn his side its first point of the tournament. The introduction of Sergio Aguero at half-time led to a more dangerous Argentina as …

Copa America: Lionel Scaloni criticises pitch after Argentina defeat
5 years, 7 months ago

Copa America: Lionel Scaloni criticises pitch after Argentina defeat

The Hindu  

Lionel Scaloni criticised the state of the pitch in Salvador after Argentina's 2-0 loss to Colombia in its Copa America opener. Roger Martinez's stunner and a late Duvan Zapata goal saw Colombia to victory in the Group B clash at Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova on Saturday. "I think it was a shame the condition of the pitch, considering this is …

Lionel Scaloni: I'll retire if Argentina win Copa America
5 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Scaloni: I'll retire if Argentina win Copa America

The Hindu  

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni joked he will retire if La Albiceleste win the Copa America in Brazil. Argentina's elimination led to Jorge Sampaoli's departure and Lionel Messi's brief international retirement before the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's return ahead of the Copa. The South American giant has not won a major international tournament since lifting the Copa America in 1993 …

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hospitalised after being hit by a car while cycling in Mallorca
5 years, 9 months ago

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hospitalised after being hit by a car while cycling in Mallorca

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni was hospitalised …

Scaloni optimistic over Messi's Argentina return
5 years, 11 months ago

Scaloni optimistic over Messi's Argentina return

The Hindu  

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has a "good feeling" Lionel Messi will return to international football ahead of this year's Copa America. Scaloni and Argentina have held talks with Messi over an international comeback and more discussions are planned following the draw for June's Copa America in Brazil, with a friendly against Venezuela scheduled on March 25. READ | FIFA, …

Lionel Scaloni excited by Argentina despite Brazil loss
6 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Scaloni excited by Argentina despite Brazil loss

The Hindu  

Caretaker coach Lionel Scaloni was impressed by Argentina's performance against Brazil, despite slipping to a last-gasp 1-0 defeat. Miranda, who was denied an earlier by Nicolas Otamendi's block, settled a low-key Superclasico de las Americas clash in the 93rd minute – the first time Argentina, which was without Lionel Messi for Tuesday's clash in Saudi Arabia, has conceded under Scaloni. …

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