Scalloni. De la Fuente, my teacher… and this is my response to the arbitration compliments

He continued. “These guys led us to victory in this game. You always have to give your best until the end, and they once again showed that they are doing everything they can. That’s great.”

He continued. “I would especially like to mention those who are training but can’t play. They do their best. These players once again gave their best. That’s how it is in football and in life.”

As for the claims that Argentina benefited from the arbitration, Scaloni said: “Let them talk what they will about the help they gave Argentina, but with today’s video assistant referee (VAR) technology, it’s very difficult.”

He continued his speech. “Talking about the match, this team plays better under pressure. The competitor hesitates a little, so we see an opportunity and run on it. This is the feeling that comes to me.”

“We would have been happy to lose because we did our best and created six or seven scoring chances. “Football is not just about playing beautifully, like in the second half, it’s about everything and knowing how to endure suffering.”

He explained. “This performance surpassed the suffering we went through against Egypt and although we played better today, everything was amazing. We have to enjoy it now because tomorrow we start thinking about the final against Spain on Sunday.”

“We liked it because it was difficult to make the final list because of the number of injured players, so we strengthened as a group. They told us they would arrive, that they would be fine, and it was a turning point because they arrived fine, and they’re here and they’re still doing their best.”

“I know the players and I know their character. They are strong, in every sense of the word. Let’s put it simply. They were the best where they played, it doesn’t weigh them down. They keep striving. They would have possession and continue to attack without worrying about making a mistake and being kicked out of the finals.

“I’m motivated not to win another tournament, although I certainly hope it happens like it did in Qatar, because people look at me like it’s when they ask me for criticism.

“It hurts me to keep Rodrigo (De Paul) on the bench. I was somewhat like him in my commitment on the pitch. Players who have won trophies in the past cannot be excluded. you choose what is best at the moment. They know it well. There’s a reason why Paredes and Lautaro Martinez alternate at times.

He explained. Lautaro never gives up. He came out on the field and scored another goal, Nico Gonzalez also stood out. “Every player plays their part to the fullest and they know that the coach’s decision is respected because he thinks about what is best for the team.”

Regarding the opponent in the final, Scaloni said: “Spain is a great team. They beat France in a crushing defeat, as I and many others expected, and they were expected to be a tough opponent. We analyzed their style of play, they made some changes and we know how they play and we are ready to face them. Anyway, let’s enjoy this win now.”

“De la Fuente, the Spanish coach, was my teacher during training. We have a good relationship, I had a long conversation with him in Qatar. He brilliantly led his team to the finals. Everyone knows I live in Spain and I have a Spanish family, but of course I want to beat him on Sunday.”

“I hope the Spaniards are happy that Argentina has reached the final. Leo (Messi) has played there for many years… and I don’t know what more he has to do to convince everyone that he is the best in history. I think there is no doubt about it now. Most Spaniards love him very much.”