Scaloni reflects on future after Argentina's World Cup loss to Spain

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Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Scaloni reflects on future after Argentina's World Cup loss to Spain
Summary

Lionel Scaloni expressed uncertainty about his future as Argentina's manager following the team's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Scaloni, appointed in 2018, noted the challenge of rebuilding a squad capable of repeating recent successes, including the 2022 World Cup victory and the 2021 Copa America title. He aims to discuss his future with the federation president, reflecting on the need for a reset after guiding the team to consecutive finals. Following the match, Scaloni praised his players' efforts and accepted the result, acknowledging Spain's dominance in possession and shots throughout the game.

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  • •Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final on July 19.
  • •Scaloni is unsure about continuing as manager after his contract ends in December.
  • •He expressed gratitude but emphasized the difficulty of repeating recent successes.
  • •Lionel Messi's future participation in 2030 is uncertain as he ages.
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Manager says it would be difficult to assemble another squad capable of reaching two consecutive World Cup finals.

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