Scaloni

Lionel Messi will sit out Argentina's battle against Peru in the Copa America due to injury, and the squad will also lack presence from their coach Lionel Scaloni on the sidelines, courtesy of a ban. Having clinched a quarter-finals berth through stellar performances against Canada and Chile, Argentina needs only a draw against Peru to finish atop Group A. This scenario opens the door for some strategic player rotations. Messi, the team's captain, will be notably absent after sustaining a groin injury, as confirmed by…

Argentina squares off against Peru in Florida this Sunday, hoping to maintain their flawless record as they wrap up their group stage matches at the Copa America. Following a narrow 1-0 victory over Chile, Argentina has clinched a spot in the quarter-finals. This achievement allows coach Lionel Scaloni some room to tinker with his lineup and let the squad's young talents take center stage against La Blanquirroja. "The time has come to reward the bench players with some action," Scaloni remarked, expressing satisfaction…

Lionel Scaloni expressed sympathy for Lionel Messi as the Argentina captain marked another year away from his kin on his birthday. Turning 37 this Monday, Messi and his comrades gear up to continue their title fight in the Copa America against Chile come Tuesday. The champs initiated their quest with a 2-0 win against Canada, then honored their leader with a festive cake. Over on Instagram, Messi penned, "Heartfelt thanks for the well-wishes! Celebrating with the squad as my birthday aligns with national duty, prepping…

Argentina initiated their Copa America crusade with a 2-0 victory over Canada. Despite their triumph, players expressed displeasure regarding the pitch conditions in Atlanta. Goals by Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the deal for the title defenders and global victors during the tournament's debut match on Thursday. Yet, the field's condition stirred considerable discontent, particularly because the turf was in poor shape. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a venue shared between the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS's Atlanta…

Lionel Scaloni vows to helm Argentina's squad as long as the winds of favor from the association back him, especially with the Copa America on the horizon. Previously, the 46-year-old gaffer rocked the football universe by considering resignation, a mere year after hoisting the World Cup trophy in Qatar. Earlier this year, tittle-tattle in local journals broadcasted Scaloni's decision to stay put until the forthcoming U.S. tournament rolls to a halt. The Albiceleste will throw down the gauntlet at Canada on June 20,…