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Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has broken his silence after a week of public absence following his side’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
He had been spotted in his hometown in Argentina in the days that followed, signing autographs and taking pictures with fans who had come out to show their support.
Scaloni Apologises to Argentina the coach directed words of apology to Argentines, expressing regret that his team could not win the trophy and providing the kind of joy that takes people’s minds off the hardships of everyday life.
He praised his players as warriors and recognised his coaching staff for the work they carried out quietly in the background to prepare the team.
He closed the message with a line dedicated to Argentine fans: “Whoever has an Argentine friend has a treasure.” According to ESPN, Scaloni has confirmed he will honour his contract through December 2026, though what happens after that remains unclear.
Legit.ng previously reported that Angel Di Maria sent a message to Lionel Scaloni amid the uncertainty surrounding the manager’s future.
Di Maria, who retired from the Argentina national team after the 2024 Copa America, hopes that Scaloni continues to manage the team.
