Scaloni Admits Argentina's Dependence on Messi

Argentina's national team head coach, Lionel Scaloni, discussed the impact forward Lionel Messi has on the team's play.

“It’s difficult for the team not to be dependent on Messi. Any team he plays for will significantly rely on him. He is a unique player, so it’s logical. But the good news is that our team has a certain style of play regardless of who is on the pitch. We know what we are playing for. When Leo is not on the field, we do the same thing, just without that unique imprint Messi leaves. Everyone knows what their role is,” Scaloni told Ole.

Due to an injury, Messi was not called up for Argentina's matches in September.