Questioned on the sidelines of the Copa America draw, Lionel Scaloni spoke about his relationship with Lionel Scaloni while the Argentine press recently reported a clash between the two men.
Lionel Scaloni still leaves doubts about his future at the head of the Argentine selection. And for good reason, by his own admission, the technician has not yet decided anything. He was nonetheless present, Thursday in Miami, to attend the draw for the next Copa America, where the Albiceleste will defend its title won in the summer of 2021. The world champions inherited, to begin with, Chile, of Peru and the winner of the play-off between Canada and Trinidad and Tobago.
This Copa America could signal the end of an era for Argentina. While the departure of Angel Di Maria has already been confirmed, Lionel Scaloni recently explained that he was thinking of giving up his apron despite a contract which runs until the next World Cup. And Lionel Messi, at 36, is also wondering, all the more so if his coach abdicates. The recent announcement by the former midfielder, following the victory in Brazil, was not to the taste of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.
He is the captain and I have a great relationship with him
The Argentine press also reported a serious clash between the two men on this subject. “I spoke after the Maracana locker room. I agreed to speak again. He is the captain and I have an excellent relationship with him”simply commented Lionel Scaloni, being more explicit when denying the rumors concerning a falling out with the president of the Argentine Federation: “A lot of things that have been said need to be dismissed. The relationship with the president has always been perfect. It’s my decision to think about.” A reflection that continues…
“I think about the moment we are going through. It’s important to stop the ball, to speak. There is nothing strange. The players are very good, the team is very good, they need a coach who is good, with all the energy. I have said it and I repeat it, they need a coach at their level. It’s a moment to think. I keep thinking the same thing,” he explained, adding: “I said after the Brazil game that it was a personal moment to reflect and I am in that spirit, to reflect. This is important after all that has been accomplished. We have to think about everything that comes and see what we do.”
2023-12-08 17:06:45
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