Scaloni: We Know How Difficult It Is to Reach the Final

Argentina advanced to the Copa América final by defeating Canada 2-0. Head coach Lionel Scaloni attended the post-match press conference.

Scaloni said, “This is something to be proud of and grateful for. Reaching the final again is very difficult. We insiders know how hard it is to achieve this goal, which is why it feels so rewarding. It is well known that the threshold for reaching the final is very high. Everyone thinks it will be smooth sailing and very easy, but today Canada showed that it is not easy at all. They played very well and were a tough opponent. People enjoyed it, and most importantly, we thank the players.”

“We will enjoy the final. We think it will be a very tough match, and we are one step away from winning the cup. We have a few days to rest. We are in a favorable position because we can rest one more day, but our physical condition is indeed good. We will do everything we can to ensure everyone recovers and play a great match on Sunday.”

“Honestly, I think the team has performed well in every match. I have never said that I was unhappy with the team. As for our opponents, Uruguay and Colombia are two top-tier opponents, among the best at the national team level. We will wait and see. One of these teams has already beaten us and made it very difficult for us, and we have not yet played against Colombia, but that will also be very challenging.”

Regarding Messi's future, Scaloni said, “As long as Messi wants, he can always stay with the national team. Even if he retires, if he wants to be with us, there is no problem.”