Scaloni Needs to Emerge as Messi Carries Argentina

After carrying Argentina with his performances and goals, Lionel Messi has been the visible force for the national team in the World Cup. However, coach Lionel Scaloni now needs to step up and lead the squad, completing the eight-year mutual support relationship between the two Lionels.

The narrow qualification in extra time against Cape Verde highlights the need for Scaloni to emerge and guide the team through what should be a cycle of gold. Their complementary relationship has been the secret to Argentina's success as world champions, with each supporting the other in different moments. afsport.lat