Lionel Scaloni expresses deep sorrow after Argentina's World Cup loss to Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Lionel Scaloni's emotional response followed Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final held on July 19 at Metlife Stadium, New Jersey. Despite pushing Spain to extra time with only ten players, Argentina was unable to secure victory. Scaloni reflected on the loss, indicating the difficulty of rebuilding the team and expressed gratitude for the players. Although his contract is due to end in December, he emphasized his commitment to the team amid the pain of this defeat.
- •Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final on July 19.
- •The match extended into extra time after fierce competition.
- •Scaloni's contract with Argentina is set to expire in December.
- •He expressed deep emotion over the loss during a postgame news conference.
- •Scaloni noted the challenge of recreating a successful team dynamic.
- 2:16 AMYahoo Sports — 'It hurts my soul': Lionel Scaloni couldn't hide Argentina's World Cup pain
"Lionel Scaloni apologized then walked out of his postgame conference, mourning the loss of the World Cup trophy that once belonged to Argentina.
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