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Argentina players urge Scaloni to stay as contract talks drag on

With his deal expiring in December, the squad publicly backs the World Cup-winning coach amid uncertainty over his future.

newest coverage 6d agosummary written 1d ago10 pieces Google NewsNewswires

What to know

  • Scaloni's contract expires in December; he has hinted at stepping down after Argentina's 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain in July, but remains in active negotiations with the Argentine Football Association.
  • Multiple first-team players—Paz, Romero, Balerdi, Prestianni, Musso—have publicly appealed for him to stay, citing his success and role in building the squad.
  • In eight years, Scaloni has compiled a record of 76 wins, 18 draws, and 10 losses over 104 matches, including a 2022 World Cup title and back-to-back Copa América wins in 2021 and 2024.
  • Scaloni is set to speak publicly for the first time on Tuesday before friendlies against Bolivia, Burkina Faso, and Benin; the final match will serve as an official farewell to captain Lionel Messi.

“Given the success he's had and what he built with this team, we hold him in high regard and have great affection for him.”

Juan Musso, Argentina goalkeeper · Yahoo Sports / AP ↗ · Sep 21

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Argentina players urge Scaloni to stay as contract talks drag on
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  1. upcoming

    Scaloni to address media before opening friendly — Scaloni is scheduled to hold a press conference on Tuesday ahead of the opening friendly against Bolivia in Córdoba, marking his first public statement since returning to Argentina.

  2. 1
    “For me, he is one of the most important coaches. He gave me my debut, and I hope he stays.”
    — Nicolás Paz

    1. 4 outlets first by Bluefield Daily Telegraph, 6d ago · also ESPN India, ESPN Soccer, Yahoo Sports · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet ‘We hope he stays’: Argentina return to training with Scaloni’s future in focus

      first by The Daily Star, 6d ago

  3. background

    Argentina loses 2026 World Cup final to Spain — Argentina fell 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final, prompting Scaloni to hint at stepping down after eight years in charge.