Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his team must produce its best performance to beat Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, which will be played on Monday (IST) in New Jersey.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 'We need to bring out our best version,' says Argentina coach ahead of Spain final

Lionel Messi and the Argentina national football team returned to their team hotel after securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. The reigning world champions booked their place in a second consecutive World Cup final with a memorable comeback victory, sparking celebrations among fans in Buenos Aires and around the world. Argentina, led by head coach Lionel Scaloni and captain Lionel Messi, will now face Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. The highly anticipated clash will be the first World Cup final between the South American champions and the European champions.

Lionel Messi and Argentina return to the team hotel after 2-1 win over England

Argentina are through to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final after a dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the semifinal. Fans across Buenos Aires erupted in celebration as the final whistle confirmed the reigning world champions had secured a second consecutive World Cup final appearance. Lionel Scaloni's side will now face Spain in the World Cup Final on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. The final will mark the first-ever World Cup final between the South American champions and the European champions.

Watch: Buenos Aires erupts as Argentina reach World Cup final

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's resilience and composure after the defending champions beat Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals.

FIFA 2026 | 'We knew that we were going to suffer': Scaloni after Argentina edge Switzerland to reach semis

The Argentine manager compared Algeria’s style of play to that of Morocco, praising their talented squad and head coach Vladimir Petkovic.

FIFA 2026 | 'Great team with quick players up front': Argentina coach Scaloni expects tough test against Algeria

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hopes Sunday's Copa America final will be free from violence after clashes between players and fans marred the last-four match between Colombia and Uruguay.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expects violence-free Copa America Final following semis drama

Lionel Messi's fitness remains in doubt ahead of Thursday's Copa America quarter-final with Ecuador with coach Lionel Scaloni saying he will wait before deciding on his team.

Lionel Messi doubtful for Argentina’s QF clash against Ecuador in Copa America, says coach

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expressed his unhappiness with the pitch at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium after his team's 2-0 win over Canada in the Copa America opener on Thursday, saying it was unsuitable for this level of competition.

Copa America: Argentina coach bashes Atlanta pitch despite win, says 'no excuses but it’s not good for show'

World Cup winners Argentina must put recent success behind them when they begin their Copa America title defence, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday ahead of their opening game against Canada.

Lionel Scaloni expects ‘difficult’ Copa America for Argentina as defending champions gear up for title defence

After the penny has dropped, following Argentina's fairytale World Cup victory in Qatar, superstar Lionel Messi has weighed in on his future and if he can play in the 2026 World Cup.

Will Lionel Messi play in 2026 World Cup? The Argentine gives a hint

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed that he is yet to watch the repeat telecast of the FIFA World Cup final where his team emerged victorious. In an interview with "El Partidazo", a Spanish radio channel, Scaloni added it was a 'pity' that the La Albiceleste could not finish the game in regulation time.

'I have not seen it...': Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni reflects on the World Cup final

Lionel Messi of Argentina is the focus of all media attention, as it should be. The "Little Genius" won the World Cup at the fifth attempt, proving that the last dance, if that is what it was, was the best. But without the other Lionel, it would not have happened. The golden rule of football is that the stars shine brightest when the side as a whole is balanced, and rookie coach Lionel Scaloni is in charge of providing Messi with the best, most cohesive team of his lengthy international career.

WION Fineprint | Scaloni: The other Lionel

In pics | Celebrations begin in Argentina as World cup heroes land in Buenos Aires

In what comes as another jolly news for Argentine fans across the footballing landscape, their superstar Lionel Messi has indicated he has no plans of slowing down and that he wants to play as the world champion.

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'I’m not...': Lionel Messi drops a BOMB on his future after lifting the mega title

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni lashed out at Brazilian authorities on Sunday following the dramatic suspension of the South American giants' World Cup qualifier in Sao Paulo.

'We're the victims', says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni after COVID-19 chaos

Lionel Messi and Co. paid the perfect tribute to late football legend Diego Maradona as Argentina lift their first Copa America title since 1993 as they beat hosts Brazil by 1-0 to lift the coveted trophy.

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Lionel Scaloni has referred to injury and fitness worries as the explanations behind not picking Juventus star Paulo Dybala in the international squad for the forthcoming World Cup Qualifiers.

Football: 'No one is more sorry for Dybala than me': Lionel Scaloni on the striker's omission

Lionel Messi vowed to extend his international career after yet another bid to win a major title with Argentina ended in failure at the Copa America on Tuesday. The 32-year-old Barcelona star, who infamously quit international football after Argentina's defeat in the 2016 Copa America Centenario final, said he had no plans to hang up his boots after a 2-0 semi-final loss to Brazil.

Lionel Messi vows to play on after latest Argentina heartache

Lionel Messi has agreed to sacrifice his usual buccaneering style of play for the greater good of his team, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said ahead of Tuesday's crunch Copa America semi-final against Brazil.

Argentina players want to win Copa for Lionel Messi, says coach Scaloni

After carrying Argentina on his back so many times Lionel Messi could be forgiven for having an off day but while his teammates earned high praise for Friday's Copa America quarter-final win over Venezuela the captain did not look like his old self.

Copa America: Lionel Messi looks out of touch as Argentina reach semifinals

Brazil coach Tite joined the chorus of players and officials complaining about the Copa America pitches, saying it was "absurd" to play on surfaces like the one on which the hosts beat Paraguay on Thursday.

Copa America: We're playing on terrible pitches, says Argentina's Lionel Messi

Despite another shaky performance in the Copa America, Argentina still have their fate in their hands to reach the quarter-finals after drawing 1-1 with Paraguay on Wednesday as fortune shined on their side three times.

Copa America: Lionel Messi's penalty rescues Argentina against Paraguay

Argentina defender Nicolas Tagliafico has praised captain Lionel Messi for his desire to win a trophy for his country as they begin their quest to end a 26-year wait for silverware with their Copa America opener against Colombia on Saturday.

Argentina's Lionel Messi hopes to end trophy heartache at Copa America

Argentine head coach Lionel Scaloni said that the team has to take precautions for his side's opening match against Colombia in the Copa America 2019. During a pre-match press conference, Scaloni told reporters, "In the opening match of the Copa America or any important tournament like this one, there are not easy matches.

Copa America: Lionel Scaloni expects a tough start as Argentina prepare to face Colombia

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