Lionel Scaloni reaches verbal agreement to stay as Argentina coach until 2031

Lionel Scaloni is set to remain at the helm of the Argentina national team for the long term. Reports confirm that the strategist has reached a verbal agreement with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) to continue his tenure until 2031.

Discussions regarding the extension took place between Scaloni's representatives and AFA officials before the squad traveled to the United States for the current World Cup. However, the manager has requested that all formal contract talks be placed on hold to ensure the squad maintains focus on their title defense.

Now the coach wants to be focused on the competition, he does not want anything at all to be said about his continuity. But after the World Cup they will have contact again regarding that verbal agreement that excites and leaves the AFA at peace. Diego Monroig

Scaloni's impact since 2018 has been profound, managing 99 matches with 72 wins and leading the nation to the 2021 and 2024 Copa America titles, the 2022 Finalissima, and the 2022 World Cup. His upcoming match in the round of 32 against Cape Verde will mark his 100th game in charge.

The agreement until 2031 is particularly significant as it covers the build-up to the 2030 World Cup, which will feature opening matches in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. For now, the team's priority remains the knockout stages in North America.