He argentine soccer is immersed in a nebula of uncertainty after the surprising statements of Lionel Scaloni. After the victory against Brazilthe DT raised doubts about his continuity at the head of the Albiceleste. “In this time these players have given us a lot and I need to think a lot about what I am going to do. It’s not goodbye or anything else, but I need to think because the bar is very high and it’s difficult to continue and it’s difficult to continue winning.”were the words of the ‘Scaloneta’ that resonated in the ears of the Argentine fans, who are now wondering about the future of their coach.
Although there is still no official announcement about Scaloni’s possible departure, the rumors have gained strength in the last few hours. On social networks, journalists specialized in covering the Albiceleste have shared information that suggests that the coach would be directing his last competition in charge of the national team: the Copa América 2024.
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Hernán Castillo and Leo Paradizo, renowned journalists, have been in charge of launching the surprising news, to the sadness of the fans of the National Team. According to his information, Scaloni would step aside after participating in the Copa América, a tournament that will take place in the United States from June 20 to July 14 of next year.
The news has been spread by various media, including Ataque Futbolero, Ecuagol, JS, profiles with a follow-up to world football that have shared the information about Scaloni’s possible farewell in the next edition of the Copa América. This competition would be the scenario chosen by the Argentine coach to close his cycle at the head of the Albiceleste.
While nothing has been officially confirmed, speculation has fueled debate among football fans and experts. Will the 2024 Copa América be Scaloni’s last chapter in charge of Argentina? Only time will reveal the answer.
Since when has Scaloni been coach of the Argentina national team?
Scaloni, born on May 16, 1978 in Pujato, Santa Fe, Argentina, was named interim technical director of the National Team after the departure of Sampaoli in 2018. His appointment was initially considered a temporary measure, while the Argentine Football Association (AFA) was looking for a long-term coach.
The former Argentine defender, who had a successful playing career, mainly with Deportivo La Coruña in Spain, took on the challenge with little experience on the bench. His coaching career began in the youth divisions of Sevilla, where he worked in the technical area before joining the coaching staff of the Argentine National Team under the direction of Sampaoli.
When does the Argentina national team play again?
Argentina will have action again in the Qualifiers when it hosts Chile for the seventh day. This commitment is agreed to be played on Thursday, September 5, 2024. The double date will be completed against Colombia on Tuesday, September 10.
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