Lionel Scaloni

Argentinian football coach

Lionel Scaloni - Argentinian football coach
Born

May 16th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Started a playing career at Deportivo La Coruña before moving to several clubs including Lazio and West Ham United. Transitioned to coaching after retiring and took charge of the Argentina national football team in 2018. Led the team to victory in the 2021 Copa América, ending a 28-year trophy drought for Argentina. Scaloni employed a tactical approach that emphasized teamwork and adaptability, achieving success on the international stage.

Coached Argentina to win the 2021 Copa América

Served as a player for Deportivo La Coruña

Played for Lazio and West Ham United

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