Barcelona starlet Pau Cubarsi has opened up on the heart-stopping moment he secured World Cup glory for Spain with a desperate last-minute goal-line intervention. The teenage defender proved to be the hero in the final against Argentina, producing a block that will live long in the memory of La Roja supporters.
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has called for patience after his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Uruguay in their first major outing since Lionel Messi’s retirement. The match was played in front of a noticeably sparse crowd at La Bombonera, marking a stark contrast to the usual atmosphere surrounding the world champions.
Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez has pledged that Argentina will continue working hard under head coach Lionel Scaloni despite suffering a 2-1 friendly loss against Uruguay on Friday. Contesting their first fixture since iconic captain Lionel Messi hung up his international boots last month, the hosts fell short against Diego Forlan's visitors at La Bombonera.
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has called for patience with his emerging youngsters after the Albiceleste suffered a 2-1 friendly defeat against Uruguay at La Bombonera on Friday. Playing their first match since Lionel Messi retired from international football last month, the hosts could not overturn two quickfire second-half goals in Buenos Aires.
Uruguay beat Argentina 2-1 at La Bombonera by sitting in a compact block that frustrated the hosts in their first match since Lionel Messi's retirement. Two second-half set-pieces undid Lionel Scaloni's side.
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has explained his decision to omit midfielder Rodrigo De Paul from his latest squad while hoping Leandro Paredes has his suspension reduced. Speaking after extending his contract until the 2030 World Cup, the tactician insisted both veterans remain in his plans.
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