Scaloni to stay on as Argentina coach until 2030 World Cup

Lionel Scaloni has officially signed a new contract to remain head coach of the Argentina national football team through July 2030, covering the 2028 Copa América and the 2030 World Cup. This new four-year deal puts Scaloni on track to become the manager with the most World Cups in AFA history.

Under Scaloni who took over in 2018, Argentina won the 2021 Copa América, the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, and the 2024 Copa América, alongside a runner-up finish at the 2026 World Cup.