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 379 articles about Lionel Scaloni. Articles 1 to 40:
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.
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
 Thomas Tuchel feature image for AI prediction piece
We asked AI to predict how far England will go at 2026 World Cup six months out - you won't believe how it ends
Sports Mole asks AI to predict how far England will go at the 2026 World Cup six months out from the tournament in Canada, Mexico and the USA.
Mar 11, 22:53
 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
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Ecuador vs. Argentina: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Ecuador and Argentina.
Sep 6, 23:13
 Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in February 2025.
Manchester United transfer news: Emiliano Martinez was "excited" about playing for Ruben Amorim before Senne Lammens deal
Manchester United failed to sign Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez, who was reportedly "excited" to make the move to Old Trafford on deadline day.
Sep 4, 23:19
 Argentina's Giuliano Simeone celebrates with Enzo Fernandez on March 25, 2025
Preview:Argentina vs Venezuela - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Argentina and Venezuela, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 2, 12:31
 Como's Nico Paz on January 25, 2025
Argentina lineup vs Venezuela: Predicted XI for Albiceleste's final home World Cup qualifier
Sports Mole looks at how Argentina could line up for their World Cup qualifier at home to Venezuela on Thursday night.
Sep 2, 12:31
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on June 10, 2025
Argentina vs. Venezuela: How to watch, date, time, live stream, and TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Friday's World Cup qualifier between Argentina and Venezuela.
Sep 1, 23:15
 Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho on May 21, 2025
Garnacho to Chelsea latest: Blues 'close' to agreeing deal for Man United attacker who wants to achieve World Cup dream
Chelsea are reportedly close to sealing a deal to add Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho to Enzo Maresca's squad.
Aug 28, 00:34
 Como's Nico Paz on January 20, 2025
Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos 'make key decision' over Nico Paz buyback option
Real Madrid reportedly decide whether they will activate the buyback option of Como attacker Nico Paz this summer.
Jun 30, 23:50
 Argentina captain Lionel Messi in action against Colombia on July 14, 2024
Argentina vs. Colombia: Lionel Messi's record against Los Cafeteros
Sports Mole looks back at Lionel Messi's career record against Colombia.
Jun 13, 12:15
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022
2026 World Cup: One year to go - the top 10 finals of all time
Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest World Cup finals of all time, one year out from the start of the 2026 edition.
Jun 11, 16:54
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022
Top 10 greatest games in World Cup history, on the one-year countdown to the 2026 finals
Sports Mole takes on the challenging task of selecting the top 10 greatest games in World Cup history.
Jun 11, 15:55
 Argentina's Lionel Messi in action on November 19, 2024
Can you name Argentina's most capped players?
On the back of concluding another season of international action, Sports Mole challenges you to name Argentina's 10 most capped players of all time.
Jun 11, 11:12
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