Scaloni Extends Contract as Argentina Head Coach Until 2030
The deal keeps the 48-year-old in charge after Argentina won the 2022 World Cup and reached this year’s final, officials said.
- On Thursday, the Argentine Football Association confirmed that Lionel Scaloni renewed his contract as Argentina's coach through the 2030 World Cup, ending months of uncertainty about his future.
- Doubts about Scaloni's continuity emerged after Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the July 19 World Cup final in North America, with his previous contract set to expire in December 2026.
- Since taking the helm in 2018, Scaloni has led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title and Copa America victories in 2021 and 2024, establishing his record as the nation's most successful recent manager.
- The 48-year manager now faces rebuilding Argentina's squad following the retirement of 39-year talisman Lionel Messi, who bowed out of international football last month.
- Scaloni is set to become the first Argentina manager to lead the team in three consecutive World Cups, surpassing legendary coaches Luis Menotti and Carlos Bilardo who each led two tournaments.
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Lionel Scaloni, who led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup and two Copa America titles, has extended his contract until 2030.
Lionel Scaloni became world champion with Argentina in 2022
Lionel Scaloni has extended his contract as Argentine football team leader until July 2030. This was announced by Argentina's association on Thursday. In 2022, the 48-year-old has led Argentina to the World Cup title and two Copa America titles (2021, 2024). "I am as motivated and enthusiastic as on the first day and am delighted to be able to continue," said Scaloni on his contract extension. His old contract would have expired at the end of 20…
Today, Thursday, the Argentine Football Federation announced the renewal of the contract of Lionel Scalone, Technical Director of the First Elected, to continue in office until 2030, having succeeded in leading the elected to achieve many achievements and championships over the past years.
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