Lionel Scaloni couldn’t hold back the tears while watching a video of support from Argentina fans in his hometown.
The Argentina manager will be hoping to guide his country to their third World Cup, as they take on France on Sunday.
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The 44-year-old has been a revelation for the country since taking the head job after spending years as assistant manager. Nobody expected him to hold onto the position after being promoted to interim coach but here we are.
He has moulded one of the great Argentina sides and perfectly managed its main component, Lionel Messi.
Ahead of the game, Scaloni was shown a video of people from his hometown wishing him luck and supporting the national team.
He couldn’t help but tear up.
Ufff, la emoción de Lionel Scaloni, al recibir el apoyo de Pujato, su pueblo natal.
Sencillamente, hermoso. 🇦🇷❤️pic.twitter.com/blamETq2yZ
— Ataque Futbolero (@AtaqueFutbolero) December 17, 2022
It will be a battle for the ages on Sunday afternoon between South America and Europe.
Who do you think takes it?