Coach Scaloni speaks out about his decision to lead the Argentina national team or not

"I am here (at the 2024 Copa America draw) because I am still the coach of the Argentina national team, but I am still thinking about my decision. I said after the match against Brazil (on November 21) that this is a time to think and I am still in that mood. I am calmly thinking about how things will go, whether to restart or not," coach Scaloni said, when interviewed by the Argentine press after the draw.

Coach Scaloni at the Copa America 2024 draw ceremony

"I spoke with Messi. He is the captain of the Argentina national team and I have always had a great relationship with him. I also spoke with Mr. Chiqui Tapia (President of the Argentine Football Federation) in a good way as always. My relationship with Mr. Tapia has always been perfect. It is all about me and the coaching staff, we have to think about the best for the national team. The players are playing very well and they need a coach with enough desire and energy at their level," coach Scaloni shared.

According to journalist Gaston Edul of TyC Sports channel: "Mr. Tapia and coach Scaloni had a conversation about leading the Argentina team in the near future, including at Copa America 2024 and World Cup 2026. But both agreed to have another meeting, before any official decisions were made. In fact, everything has been arranged for coach Scaloni to continue leading the Argentina team."

Coach Scaloni (4th from right) with members of the Argentina national team's coaching staff and federation

Commenting on the Copa America 2024 draw, coach Scaloni said: "Copa America is the beginning of a beautiful era for the current Argentina team. It can be said that everything started from there (winning the Copa America 2021). This trophy is very beautiful, very special. We enjoyed that unique moment because of everything we went through.

At Copa America 2024, although it will be difficult, I hope the Argentina team will win again. The Argentina team is playing well and there is no reason to stop us from doing good things again."

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