Lionel Scaloni

Born: May 16, 1978

Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)

Hometown: Rosario, Argentina
Nationality: Argentina Argentine

Position: Right-back
Lionel Scaloni
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Career History
Senior2013-2015Atalanta BC
Managerial2018-Argentina
Sports Mole has 390 articles about Lionel Scaloni. Articles 1 to 40:
Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi in March 2026.
New Tottenham defender Marcos Senesi replaced injured Argentina defender in World Cup squad
New Tottenham Hotspur defender Marcos Senesi receives a late call-up to Argentina's 2026 World Cup squad.
01:01
 Argentina's Lionel Messi looks across the pitch on June 6, 2026
Argentina lineup vs. Iceland: Predicted XI for friendly as Lionel Scaloni to make Lionel Messi decision before World Cup 2026
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for their international friendly clash against Iceland on Wednesday.
Jun 8, 00:33
 Lionel Messi of Argentina waves to fans on June 6, 2026
Preview:Argentina vs Iceland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Iceland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 8, 00:00
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Lionel Messi at World Cup 2026: What records could the Argentina captain break in his final tournament?
Sports Mole looks at the records Lionel Messi could break at the 2026 World Cup as Argentina look to defend the trophy they won in Qatar in 2022.
Jun 6, 00:28
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates on March 31, 2026
Argentina predicted XI vs. Honduras: Possible lineup for pre-World Cup friendly in Texas
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up for their pre-World Cup friendly against Honduras in Texas on Saturday night.
Jun 4, 11:34
 Argentina's Lionel Messi on March 31, 2026
Preview:Argentina vs Honduras - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Honduras, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 4, 11:20
 Argentina's Leandro Paredes on March 31, 2026
World Cup 2026: Argentina midfielder ruled out of pre-tournament friendlies with hamstring injury
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes reportedly suffers a hamstring injury in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup.
May 30, 20:48
 Argentina's Lionel Messi on March 31, 2026
Argentina World Cup squad: Lionel Messi to play in sixth finals but Aston Villa star and Real Madrid attacker miss out
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni names his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Lionel Messi set to feature in the finals for the sixth time in his career.
May 28, 23:51
 Thomas Tuchel feature image for AI prediction piece
AI predicts how far England will go at 2026 World Cup - you won't believe how it ends
Sports Mole asks AI to predict how far England will go at the 2026 World Cup.
May 17, 14:03
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates on March 31, 2026
Argentina World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Argentina squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.
May 12, 22:21
 Argentina's Lionel Messi in action on March 27, 2026
Argentina at World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi and 10 Premier League stars feature in Lionel Scaloni's preliminary squad
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni names his 55-man provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup, featuring Lionel Messi and 10 Premier League stars.
May 11, 18:51
 Gianluca Prestianni of SL Benfica
Gianluca Prestianni: Benfica, Argentina winger to miss World Cup games as FIFA impose worldwide ban after Vinicius Junior abuse
Gianluca Prestianni's six-game ban for discriminatory conduct towards Vinicius Junior has been extended worldwide by FIFA.
May 7, 08:35
 Argentina's Lionel Messi before the game on March 27, 2025
Will Lionel Messi play for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?
Sports Mole looks at whether Lionel Messi will represent Argentina at the 2026 World Cup.
Apr 22, 00:24
 Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero pictured on April 12, 2026
Cristian Romero injury update: Tottenham career may be over, but 2026 World Cup dream is still alive with Argentina
Cristian Romero may have already played his final game for Tottenham Hotspur, but there is still hope for the injured defender to represent Argentina at the 2026 World Cup.
Apr 16, 08:39
 Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni on March 30, 2026
Lionel Scaloni sends warning to Argentina squad ahead of 2026 World Cup selection
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni sends a warning to his squad over the final selection for the 2026 World Cup.
Mar 30, 22:39
 Argentina's Lionel Messi in action on March 27, 2026
Argentina vs. Zambia: Lionel Scaloni reveals whether Lionel Messi will start at La Bombonera
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni reveals whether Lionel Messi will start Tuesday's friendly against Zambia in Buenos Aires.
Mar 30, 18:56
 Argentina's Lionel Messi before the game on March 27, 2025
Preview:Argentina vs Zambia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Zambia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 29, 23:32
 England's Jude Bellingham in action on June 20, 2024 [IMAGO]
World Cup 2026: From England's No. 10 debate to Brazil's defensive crisis, the big issues facing the favourites
With less than two months to go before squads are finalised, several of the main World Cup favourites have significant uncertainties in crucial positions.
Mar 27, 15:52
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Argentina vs Mauritania: Lionel Scaloni offers update on Lionel Messi's World Cup participation
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni offers an update on Lionel Messi's World Cup plans ahead of Friday's friendly against Mauritania.
Mar 27, 12:49
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Preview:Argentina vs Mauritania - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Mauritania, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 26, 00:03
 Brazil and Argentina have different plans for the March international window
Is there a 'magic formula' for international friendlies ahead of the World Cup?
With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, nations are choosing their warm-up opponents carefully. But is there actually a magic formula when it comes to international friendlies?
Mar 25, 16:30
 Real Madrid president Florentino Perez during a speech
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez identifies 'perfect' Xabi Alonso replacement after shock departure
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez reportedly identifies Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni as the ideal replacement for Xabi Alonso this summer.
Jan 14, 17:25
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Lionel Messi reveals World Cup "hope" as Argentina star issues latest update on retirement talk
Argentina star Lionel Messi provides an update on his availability for next year's World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA.
Dec 4, 14:56
 Lionel Messi of Argentina pictured in September 2025
Preview:Angola vs Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Angola and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 12, 19:21
 Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez on February 2, 2025
Manchester United injury news: Lisandro Martiniez training plan 'decided' by Red Devils for international break
Manchester United allegedly make a significant decision regarding the training plan for Lisandro Martinez for the November international break.
Nov 10, 18:12
 Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho in October 2025.
Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho should be 'brought down to earth', claims Argentina World Cup winner
An Argentina World Cup winner claims that Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho should be 'brought down to earth' after his slow start to life at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 30, 10:09
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi 'yet to decide' involvement in Argentina title defence despite signing new Inter Miami contract
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi is reportedly yet to decide whether he will represent Argentina in their World Cup title defence in 2026.
Oct 27, 22:33
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Argentina lineup vs. Puerto Rico: Predicted XI for La Albiceleste with uncertainty surrounding Lionel Messi's availability
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in Tuesday's friendly against Puerto Rico at Inter Miami's Chase Stadium.
Oct 12, 23:32
 Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni on June 10, 2025
Preview:Puerto Rico vs Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's International Friendlies clash between Puerto Rico and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 12, 23:28
 Lionel Messi waves to fans pictured in September 2025
Lionel Messi eyes MLS Golden Boot as Inter Miami star sets new record following Argentina release
Lionel Messi creates MLS history with a brace in Inter Miami's 4-0 win over Atlanta United following his release from the Argentina squad.
Oct 12, 10:27
 Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni on June 10, 2025
Puerto Rico vs. Argentina: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the International friendly between Puerto Rico and Argentina.
Oct 10, 13:31
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Argentina lineup vs. Venezuela: Predicted XI for World Cup holders including Lionel Messi decision
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up in Friday's international friendly with Venezuela.
Oct 8, 17:16
 Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni on June 10, 2025
Preview:Argentina vs Venezuela - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Venezuela, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 8, 16:47
 Argentina's Lionel Messi and Venezuela's Arquimedes Figuera in action on June 19, 2016
Venezuela vs. Argentina: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Argentina and Venezuela.
Oct 8, 15:27
 Atletico Madrid's Nahuel Molina with Pablo Barrios and Diego Simeone on September 27, 2025
Man City 'monitoring' Man United-linked defender as Citizens identify key position for January transfer window
Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Atletico Madrid right-back Nahuel Molina in January.
Oct 3, 23:55
 Carlo Ancelotti is unveiled as Brazil's new manager on May 26, 2025
The story of CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: Six automatic qualifiers decided, who will advance to the playoffs?
Following the conclusion of CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifying, Sports Mole takes a look at the story from South America over the past two years.
Sep 12, 10:40
 Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni on June 10, 2025
Otamendi red card: Lionel Scaloni to lose key Argentina defender for World Cup opener following Ecuador defeat
Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi is set to miss the first game of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Sep 10, 11:47
 Argentina's Lautaro Martinez battles with Ecuador's Angelo Preciado on July 4, 2025
Ecuador vs. Argentina: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between Ecuador and Argentina.
Sep 8, 00:29
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Argentina lineup vs. Ecuador: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier with Lionel Scaloni set to pick Lionel Messi replacement
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.
Sep 8, 00:02
 Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez of Argentina celebrating a goal
Preview:Ecuador vs Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Ecuador and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 7, 22:36
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