Lionel Scaloni releases his truths: His clash with Messi, his uncertain future with Argentina
Mute since his sensational announcement at Maracana after Argentina’s historic victory in Brazil (1-0), Lionel Scaloni was logically expected by the Argentine media. And unsurprisingly, the questions were not about how the coach felt about the draw.
Under contract until 2026, will Scaloni really throw in the towel? «In principle, I’m here because I’m the coach. I said after the game against Brazil that it was a personal moment to reflect and I am at this stage. It is important after all we have accomplished. We need to think about everything that lies ahead and see what we do», he said in remarks relayed by TyC Sports, before confirming that he was still at the same stage in his thinking.
Scaloni spoke again with Messi: «I think about when we’re living. It’s important to stop the ball, to talk. There’s nothing strange. The players are doing very well, the team is doing very well, they need a coach who is doing well, with all the energy. As I said, they need a coach at their level. It’s time to think. I always think the same thing». Finally, Scaloni returned to the other sensitive subject of the Albiceleste news: his clash with Lionel Messi.
As a reminder, the Pulga would have been very unhappy to learn the statements of its coach after the media. A short but intense discussion between the two men followed. What about today? «I spoke after the dressing room episode at the Maracana. I agreed to speak to him again. He is the captain and I have a very good relationship with him». That said, but we won’t know any more.
