After Hinting Argentina Exit, Lionel Scaloni Didn’t Speak to Lionel Messi & Co In the Dressing Room, Says Nicolas Otamendi

Surprising news blindsided Argentina following their impressive victory over Brazil in the World Cup Qualifiers. Head coach Lionel Scaloni, the driving force behind Argentina’s World Cup triumph, is pondering his future with the national team. Senior defender Nicolas Otamendi talked about Scaloni’s statement following the game, stating none of the players, including Lionel Messi, had a talk with the manager regarding the decision.

While Argentine players were celebrating their win over Brazil, head coach Scaloni gave a confused proposition about his future. The Albiceleste head coach gave a surprising interview following the game, leaving everyone scratching their heads. Otamendi dug deep into the crux of the matter!

Nicolas Otamendi comments on Scaloni’s potential exit

Argentina’s head coach, Lionel Scaloni, stunned everyone following his latest press conference. The Argentine took no questions during his presser following the game against Brazil. However, he hinted at a potential exit as Argentina’s head coach, confusing the fans and pundits.

Veteran defender Nicolas Otamendi opened up on his manager’s statement in the post-match interview.

Otamendi stated, “We received the information like you. We will try to talk about it and see what is happening. He did not talk to us because there were many boys who had not entered the locker room and we were not all together. Afterwards, we will surely have a conversation.”

Scaloni’s decision has sent shockwaves across the world. Fans were expecting the Argentine head coach to remain with the team for the foreseeable future. Especially after the World Cup triumph and the upcoming Copa America 2024, Scaloni is the head of the clan!

Should Lionel Scaloni step down from his position?

Scaloni’s statement in his recent press conference came as a big surprise for everyone. The manager has done a remarkable job so far with Argentina. Following his appointment, he helped the Albiceleste bag the Copa America and World Cup titles after a long drought.

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In his press conference, Scaloni explained, “Argentina needs a coach who has all the energy possible and who is well. I need to stop the ball and start thinking. I have a lot of things to think about during this time. These players have given a lot to the coaching staff and I need to think a lot about what I’m going to do.”

With everything going perfectly for Argentina, Scaloni’s admission has come out of nowhere. Do you think Lionel Scaloni will quit as Argentina’s head coach? Let us know in the comments below.

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