Scaloni: This will not be Messi s last game in Buenos Aires, he will come back

Argentina national team head coach Scaloni reviewed the team's 3-0 victory over Venezuela and expressed his hope that Messi can make another debut in the country in the future.

Although this may be Messi's last official game in Argentina, Scaloni believes the talented player still has a chance to show himself on the land of his homeland. Scaloni has coached the Argentina national team since August 2018, and the contract will last until the end of 2026.

He said: "We watched Messi's game like you, and knew very well what this game meant to him and his teammates. The mood that day is still vivid in my mind. It was a wonderful day, especially because everything went very well. Messi was able to score goals and be with his family, which is the most important thing."

"That day is very special and will be remembered forever. I believe this will not be his last game in Buenos Aires, and he will come back."

In addition, Scaloni emphasized that he must always play the leading role when wearing an Argentine jersey, and did not disclose information about the 2026 World Cup qualifiers list.

He said: "Due to the lessons learned from the last World Cup, two players withdrew due to injury in the last week, it is best to wait until the last minute before setting the final roster to ensure that the players are in good shape."

The Argentine national team will play four friendly matches before the end of the season: against Venezuela and Puerto Rico in the United States in October; and in November, it will face Angola and another to be decided opponent. In March 2026, they may compete in the final lap with Spain, and may then play a domestic match in June to prepare for a joint event in Mexico, the United States and Canada.

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