Argentina’s New President Javier Milei Pleads Lionel Scaloni to Continue Amid Exit Rumors

Lionel Scaloni is a revered figure among Argentines. Rightly so, considering his role in their 3rd World- Cup victory. Hence, his recent comments on doubts over his continuity with the national team left everyone surprised and downcast. Fans have been pleading for Scaloni to continue. The matter has evolved into such significance that even the new Argentine president stepped in asking Scaloni to continue his role.

With 48 wins in 66 games, Scaloni has an impressive managerial record with the Argentine national team. Moreover, his attacking style of play has earned plaudits while also connecting fans to the team. Perhaps his biggest success would be his maximization of Lionel Messi, the major factor in Argentina’s recent success.

Argentina’s president is keen on Lionel Scaloni to continue

Javier Milei, the president-elect of Argentina is clear regarding his thoughts on Scaloni. He said, “It is very clear and self-evident that I want Scaloni to continue“. The president also highlighted the journey of Scaloni towards becoming Argentina’s coach. Milei stated, “I thought about how they were doubting him and that he couldn’t be the coach of the Argentine national team because he had no previous experience and after all, he was a world champion.” So it seems the president believes that Scaloni has the mental fortitude to rise up from his current issues.

Scaloni recently did not have the best of time as a coach. Argentina’s defeat against Uruguay did not go down well with fans and media. Moreover, the recent game against Brazil was quite hostile and involved police intervention. The pressure on and off the pitch seems to be getting to Scaloni as evidenced by his recent post-match comments. He said, ” This group demands you permanently. This team needs a coach who has all the energy possible and be well ” It seems the entire squad was taken aback by Scaloni’s comments.

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Argentina players surprised by Scaloni’s comments

It seems that even the Argentina players were not aware of Scaloni’s plans. Defender Nicolas Otamendi, who scored the winning goal against Brazil revealed that he learnt of Scaloni’s comments from the press. Quite surprising considering the bond between the Argentina manager and his squad.

However, Tottenham defender Cristian Romero expressed his optimism about Scaloni’s continuity. The defender added that the team would try to convince the coach. However, captain Lionel Messi has maintained silence on the matter despite the revelations. Perhaps Messi knows something we don’t.

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