Lionel Scaloni together Lionel Messi led Argentina to the championship World Cup 2022. Scaloni revealed Messi’s words that made him look forward to the World Cup.
Argentina won the 2022 World Cup after defeating France in the final which took place at Lusail Stadium, Sunday (18/12/2022) WIB evening. Albiceleste won 4-2 on penalties after a 3-3 draw until extra time.
In the post-match press conference, Scaloni spoke about one of the keys to Argentina’s success. A chat with Messi changed everything.
The chat happened in November 2021 after Argentina confirmed their qualification for the 2022 World Cup. Scaloni said Messi’s words at the time gave him motivation.
“I have a very good story about Messi, after the match against Brazil in San Juan when we qualified for the World Cup, I spoke to him before he went to Paris,” Scaloni said. Football Spain.
“We were talking about something very substantial and (knowing) disappointment can also be very important. He said to me: ‘no problem, let’s go ahead. Of course it will be fine, otherwise trying doesn’t hurt'”.
“(This chat) gave me courage. I was feeling anxious and the chat lifted my burden. I told him how I felt. With his response, I saw something well done. This is a story I want to share with everyone because it’s incredible, said Scaloni.
Lionel Scaloni was just appointed manager of the Argentina senior team in November 2018. He has managed Lionel Messi and others with no club level coaching experience.
Scaloni was previously assistant coach of Sevilla and the Argentina national team. The 44-year-old led Argentina to Copa America, Finalissima and World Cup wins.
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