The Hindu·3 min read·medium
FIFA World Cup final: Argentina’s Scaloni admits Spain was better, praises his players
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Ayon Sengupta
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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's performance following their 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Despite the defeat, Scaloni expressed pride in his players and reflected on the legacy of Lionel Messi, while remaining uncertain about his own future as coach.
Lionel Scaloni admitted Spain deserved to be crowned world champions but said he could not have asked for more from his Argentina players after their 1-0 extra-time defeat in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday (July 19, 2026).
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