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AFA president Claudio TAPIA hints Lionel SCALONI could stay as Argentina coach

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AFA president Claudio TAPIA has stated that Lionel SCALONI might have a chance to remain as coach of the Argentina national team.

The AFA president was speaking on TyC Sports and praised coach Lionel SCALONI. He stated that SCALONI could stay on as Argentina coach. Here’s what he had to say:

“When the cycle started, the chance didn’t exist. But the people ended up identifying with this Argentina national team and it could be decided that they (Lionel SCALONI’s coaching staff) could have a chance. We all want the best for Argentina and if this process continues to grow, we have to take advantage of it.

“I’m happy with SCALONI’s work. It wouldn’t be crazy for him to coach at the Copa America. We don’t have to go crazy, we know what our objectives are and the closest thing is the Copa America. It wouldn’t be crazy if he were to coach.

“In the matches which SCALONI coached, we saw two different teams and both teams played well and had chances. Against Brazil, maybe a little less but truthfully, they played well. I saw it, I saw the way he came to work and no doubt he’s a coach to respect. The attitude shown by these players reflect what is being identified with this coach. The good things have to be mentioned.”

Gonzalo MARTINEZ sends River Plate to Copa Libertadores final after win against Gremio

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Gonzalo MARTINEZ scored a dramatic penalty in injury time to send River Plate to the final of the Copa Libertadores, eliminating Gremio 2-1, 2-2 on aggregate.

It was a semi final match which had it all. Goals, drama and even VAR. River Plate started the match strongly but were unable to convert their chances. It was Gremio which took the lead in the first half through a goal by Leonardo GOMES.

The second half saw Argentina goalkeeper Franco ARMANI make a key save when 1 on 1 against Everton. That saved proved to be massive.

Rafael SANTOS BORRE pulled one back for River Plate in the 82nd minute, a header past the goalkeeper gave Marcelo GALLARDO’s team a chance to still qualify for the final. Controversy soon came afterwards when referee Andres CUNHA went to VAR to award River Plate a penalty kick and send off Marcelo GROHE of Gremio.

Up stepped Gonzalo MARTINEZ and he was able to dispatch his spot kick into the back of the net to send River Plate to the final.

This could set up an all Argentine clash as fierce rivals Boca Juniors play against Palmeiras, with Boca taking a 2-0 lead into the second leg.

No Boca Juniors or River Plate players expected in Argentina team for November

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Players from the two Argentine clubs are not expected to make the Argentina team for the friendly matches in November.

Per a report by TyC Sports, Argentina coach Lionel SCALONI will likely not be calling up any players from Boca Juniors or River Plate when they play against Mexico. The reason being that SCALONI doesn’t want to call-up any players should either of the two clubs make the final of the Copa Libertadores.

In the report, it’s also mentioned that no surprises are expected when the list will be announced later this week. SCALONI’s team will play twice against Mexico, the first time on November 16 in Cordoba with the second time coming on November 21 in Mendoza.

Mauro ICARDI double sinks Lazio in Inter victory, brings tally to five goals in six shots

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Mauro ICARDI had two goals to his name in Inter’s 3-0 win against Lazio.

A predator like finish by ther Inter captain gave his team the 1-0 lead. ICARDI pounced on a loose ball inside the penalty area and scored from close range for his fifth goal of the Serie A season.

With the score at 2-0, ICARDI received the ball in the area, sent the defender the wrong way before shooting past the goalkeeper and making it 3-0, sealing the win.

Former Argentina man Santiago SOLARI named new Real Madrid coach

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Santiago SOLARI has been named the new head coach of Real Madrid.

The reining Champions League holders have fired coach Julien LOPETEGUI and have named former Real Madrid player Santiago SOLARI as the new manager. SOLARI has been in charge of Madrid’s B team since 2016 and as a player won La Liga as well as a Champions League title.

SOLARI represented Argentina 11 times but did not take part in any international tournaments.

The two biggest teams in Madrid are now coached by two former Argentina team mates in Santiago SOLARI and Diego SIMEONE.

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