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Argentina players urge coach Lionel Scaloni to stay amid contract talks

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Rey, D. (2026, September 22). Argentina players urge coach Lionel Scaloni to stay amid contract talks. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/sports/soccer/argentina-players-urge-coach-lionel-scaloni-to-stay-amid-contract-talks/article_b49bcd84-4325-5dfd-8b64-8b0c07f01897.html

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Argentina’s national team players are urging coach Lionel Scaloni to continue leading them beyond his contract expiration this December. Midfielder Nicolás Paz and defender Cristian Romero emphasized Scaloni's importance in the team’s success, particularly after winning the 2022 World Cup. Scaloni is set to address media next Tuesday ahead of a friendly match against Bolivia, where he will likely discuss his future with the national team. Additionally, these matches are significant as they include an official farewell game for captain Lionel Messi.

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Lionel Scaloni, coach of Argentina's national football team, is considering stepping down from his position as his contract is set to expire in December. After losing to Spain in the World Cup final in July by a score of 1-0, Scaloni hinted at retirement. However, many players are urging him to stay. Midfielder Nicolás Paz stated it would be a privilege for Scaloni to continue and emphasized his role in giving him his national team debut. Veteran defender Cristian Romero also expressed hope that Scaloni will remain, citing his importance in building the current squad. Defender Leonardo Balerdi called keeping Scaloni "a privilege," while winger Gianluca Prestianni praised Scaloni's contributions and impact on making all Argentines happy. Goalkeeper Juan Musso highlighted the strong connection within the team that Scaloni has fostered, emphasizing Scaloni’s crucial role in their recent successes.

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Débora Rey

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🔮 I would love to keep coming back forever, because playing for the Argentine national team is the most beautiful thing that can happen to you.”

2026-10-07 · assertive framing · Messi caps Argentina farewell with a penalty and 2 assists in a 3-0 win over Benin

🔮 The 39-year-old superstar will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday — a friendly against Benin at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires — marking a pivotal moment in the country’s football.

2026-10-05 · assertive framing · Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Buenos Aires friendly vs Benin

🔮 Scaloni, whose contract is set to expire in December, had hinted at stepping down following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in July.

2026-09-22 · assertive framing · Argentina players urge coach Lionel Scaloni to stay amid contract talks

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Defender Leonardo Balerdi called it “a privilege” if Scaloni remains, while Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni highlighted the manager’s impact, stating, “He gave everything to the national team in recent times and made all Argentines very happy.”

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🔮 Scaloni, whose contract is set to expire in December, had hinted at stepping down following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in July.

2026-09-22 · Toronto Star

Argentina players urge coach Lionel Scaloni to stay amid contract talks · assertive framing

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While coach LionelScaloni continues to mull over his future at the helm of Argentina’s national team, his players have left no doubt about where they stand. asserted

they → continue → doubt

“For me, he is one of the most important coaches,” midfielder Nicolás Paz said upon arriving in Buenos Aires on Tuesday for training camp. asserted

Paz → say → camp

“He gave me my debut, and I hope he stays.” asserted

he → give → debut

Scaloni, whose contract is set to expire in December, had hinted at stepping down following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in July. asserted

contract → set → July

He remains in negotiations with the Argentine Football Association over a potential extension. asserted

He → remain → extension

Veteran defender Cristian Romero added: “We hope he stays. asserted

he → add → ?

He is the key figure in building this national team, so obviously we want him to continue.” asserted

him → build → team

Other squad members echoed the sentiment. asserted

members → echo → sentiment

Argentines → call → times

Goalkeeper Juan Musso emphasized the deep connection within the squad: “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.” asserted

we → emphasize → him

Since taking charge eight years ago, the 48-year-old Scaloni has overseen one of the most dominant runs in international football. asserted

Scaloni → take → football

As the architect behind the 2022 World Cup title and back-to-back Copa América victories in 2021 and 2024, Scaloni boasts a remarkable record over 104 matches: 76 wins, 18 draws, and just 10 losses. asserted

Scaloni → boast → matches

Argentina lost to Spain 1-0 in the World Cup final in July. asserted

Argentina → lose → July

Scaloni orchestrated the longest undefeated streak in Argentine history, spanning 36 games. asserted

Scaloni → orchestrate → games

Scaloni has not spoken publicly since returning to Argentina, but he is scheduled to address the media in a press conference next Tuesday ahead of the opening friendly against Bolivia in Córdoba. asserted

he → speak → Córdoba

Adding to the emotional weight of the upcoming international window, Argentina will host friendlies against Bolivia, Burkina Faso, and Benin between Sept. 30 and Oct. 6. asserted

Argentina → add → Sept.

The final match at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires will serve as an official farewell to captain Lionel Messi, following his announcement of international retirement. asserted

match → serve → retirement