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Lionel Scaloni warns Messi’s Argentina ahead of Cape Verde clash: ‘They’ll make life difficult for us’

Lionel Messi and Argentina have been warned by coach Lionel Scaloni ahead of the 2026 World CUp clash against Cape Verde: "They'll make life difficult for us."
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World Cup

/ 5 days ago

Lionel Scaloni planning changes to Messi’s Argentina against Jordan after booking World Cup knockout-stage berth

Already qualified to the next round, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni is planning several changes in Lionel Messi's squad for the last World Cup group stage game against Jordan.
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World Cup

/ 6 days ago

‘I am sure one of the big nations will win the World Cup,’ Scaloni says after Argentina’s victory

Argentina punched their ticket to the knockout rounds after defeating Austria, and Lionel Scaloni expressed his confidence that one of the tournament's heavyweights will lift the 2026 World Cup trophy.
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World Cup

/ 10 days ago

Lionel Scaloni reportedly won’t repeat Argentina’s starting XI against Austria after Messi’s masterclass vs Algeria

Despite Lionel Messi's masterclass against Algeria, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has reportedly decided to change the starting lineup against Austria.
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World Cup

/ 15 days ago

Report: Messi included in Scaloni’s unprecedented lineup for Argentina’s World Cup opener vs Algeria

Lionel Scaloni is beginning to shape Argentina's lineup for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria, with Lionel Messi expected to be part of the starting XI.
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World Cup

/ 19 days ago

Lionel Scaloni reportedly eyes Guido Rodriguez as Balerdi’s replacement on Argentina’s 2026 World Cup roster

Following Leonardo Balerdi's tournament-ending injury, Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni is reportedly leaning toward naming Guido Rodríguez as his replacement for the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup

/ 20 days ago

Lionel Scaloni leaves door open for Emi Buendia’s Argentina World Cup call-up as Balerdi’s position ‘can be covered’

Emiliano Buendia's chances to be part of the World Cup remain alive as Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni claimed that Leonardo Balerdi's position "can be covered" already.
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News

/ 20 days ago

Lionel Messi to return for Argentina’s final pre-World Cup friendly against Iceland, confirms Lionel Scaloni

Head coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed that Lionel Messi will be returning to the pitch in Argentina's last friendly against Iceland.
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World Cup

/ 21 days ago

Lionel Scaloni doesn’t rule out more changes to Argentina’s World Cup squad after Leonardo Balerdi’s injury

After Leonardo Balerdi's injury, Lionel Scaloni opened the door for even more changes in Argentina's 2026 World Cup roster.
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World Cup

/ 22 days ago

Lionel Scaloni forced to make change to Argentina’s World Cup list as Leonardo Balerdi gets injured: Who can replace him?

Lionel Scaloni must make a change to Argentina's World Cup list after Leonardo Balerdi got injured.
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World Cup

/ 22 days ago

Lionel Messi comparison prompts honest admission from Portugal boss as Roberto Martinez clarifies Cristiano Ronaldo’s authority within 2026 World Cup squad

Scaloni openly discussed how closely he works with Messi on major decisions involving Argentina, leading many to wonder whether Martinez follows a similar approach with Ronaldo inside the Portugal camp.
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World Cup

/ 23 days ago

Lionel Scaloni gives encouraging injury update on Lionel Messi ahead of pre-World Cup friendlies

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has delivered a positive update regarding Lionel Messi's fitness, revealing that the captain could feature in the upcoming warm-up matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup

/ 24 days ago

Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez absent from Scaloni’s lineup ahead of Argentina’s Honduras friendly

Lionel Scaloni tested a lineup for Argentina's match against Honduras without Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez.
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World Cup

/ 25 days ago

Lionel Scaloni reportedly identifies five backup players for Argentina ahead of possible last-minute World Cup call-ups

With some players dealing with physical setbacks, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has reportedly identified five backup players that could have a last-minute call-up to be part of the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup

/ 26 days ago

Scaloni names 9 World Cup contenders alongside Argentina, leaves out Germany, Netherlands

Among the favorites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lionel Scaloni named 10 teams, including Argentina.