Lionel Scaloni
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Lionel Scaloni, translated into English and compared across sources. 20 recent stories.
Argentina May Rest Most Starters Against Jordan, With Messi’s Role Unclear
Argentina is expected to heavily rotate its lineup for the final group-stage match against Jordan at the 2026 World Cup. Dibu Martinez is likely to keep his place, while Lionel Me…
Messi Faces a Rest-or-Record Decision Against Jordan
Argentina have secured first place in their World Cup group and will face Jordan in a meaningless final group match. Lionel Scaloni must decide whether to rest Lionel Messi or let…
Messi Chases World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Face Austria
Argentina and Austria faced off Monday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington in the second round of World Cup Group J. Lionel Messi was one goal away from becoming the tournament's all-tim…
How Messi Keeps Defying Age at the 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi scored a hat trick against Algeria in Argentina’s 3-0 2026 World Cup opener, in his 200th national-team match. An Athletic report says his longevity comes from strict…
World Cup schedule features Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland in key group games
Argentina, France, Norway, Austria, Algeria, Jordan, and Senegal are in action in key 2026 World Cup group matches. Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland headline the day as teams chase poin…
World Cup schedule: Messi and Mbappe chase another step forward
Argentina, France and Norway are among the teams in focus as the 2026 World Cup group stage continues. Messi, Mbappe and Haaland all shape the day’s key matchups and lineup news.
Scaloni Weighs Lineup Changes for Argentina's Match Against Austria
Lionel Scaloni is considering several lineup changes for Argentina’s World Cup match against Austria on Monday. A win would send Argentina into the round of 32 after its 3-0 openi…
Messi Hat-Trick Puts Argentina Ahead, but Rough Tackle on Mandi Goes Unpunished
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria and matched Miroslav Klose’s all-time tournament scoring record. The report says he escaped a straigh…
Messi Shines on 200th Argentina Appearance With Historic World Cup Hat Trick
Lionel Messi scored a historic hat trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in the 2026 World Cup. The match was his 200th for Argentina and included multiple World Cup records, while…
Argentina and Algeria Open Group J at Arrowhead in Kansas City
Argentina and Algeria opened Group J of the 2026 World Cup in Kansas City, with Lionel Messi starting in his 200th Argentina appearance. The article reviewed both teams’ qualifyin…
Can Argentina Break the World Cup Repeat Curse?
Argentina head to the 2026 World Cup as FIFA's top-ranked team and defending champions, aiming to become the first repeat winners since Brazil in 1962. The article says their path…
France and Argentina Open World Cup Campaigns in High-Pressure Doubleheader
France and Argentina, the 2022 World Cup finalists, start their 2026 campaigns Tuesday under heavy pressure. France faces Senegal in the Group of Death, while Argentina meets Alge…
Argentina Seeks to Restore South American Pride Against Algeria
Argentina will face Algeria at 4:00 a.m. Wednesday, with Lionel Messi expected to start and Nicolas Tagliafico out injured. The match comes after a winless start for South America…
Haaland’s World Cup debut, Messi’s opener and Mbappe’s test headline the day
The article previews World Cup openers involving Norway, Argentina and France, with Haaland, Messi and Mbappe all under the spotlight. Iraq, Algeria and Senegal are presented as d…
Klose Backs Messi to Break His World Cup Scoring Record
Miroslav Klose said he hopes Lionel Messi breaks his all-time World Cup scoring record at the 2026 tournament. Argentina opens against Algeria, and Messi needs four goals to pass…
Argentina Calms Fears Over Emiliano Martinez’s Finger Injury
Argentina is monitoring Emiliano Martinez’s finger injury ahead of its World Cup title-defense opener against Algeria. Despite recent concerns, Argentine reports say the goalkeepe…
Messi Prepares for What Could Be His Final World Cup Run
Argentina are training in Kansas City ahead of their World Cup opener against Algeria, with Lionel Messi healthy enough to feature after a hamstring issue. The reigning champions…
U.S. Survey Ranks Argentina’s Fans and Scaloni as the Most Attractive at the 2026 World Cup
A U.S. survey of 3,000 fans ranked Argentina as the most attractive fan base and Lionel Scaloni as the most attractive coach at the 2026 World Cup. Brazil led the player roster ra…
Argentina Forced to Adjust Again as Tagliafico Misses World Cup Opener
Nicolas Tagliafico will miss Argentina’s World Cup opener against Algeria after suffering a muscle tear against Honduras. Facundo Medina is the likeliest replacement, while Argent…
From Ibiza holiday to Argentina call-up: Sensi's summer turns around
Marcelo Sensi was called into Argentina’s 2026 World Cup squad after Leonardo Balerdi was injured. The 29-year-old defender received the news while on holiday in Ibiza, shortly af…