Lionel Scaloni

Argentina advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a hard-fought victory over Cape Verde, with Lionel Messi scoring early. Coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's resilience.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its knockout phase, hydration breaks spark debate while managers like Lionel Scaloni and Ståle Solbakken issue urgent tactical warnings ahead of key fixtures.