Soccer-Argentina vow to respect Algeria after 2022 scare in World Cup opener

Soccer-Argentina vow to respect Algeria after 2022 scare in World Cup opener

The Star Online - Sport·2026-06-16 08:01

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, ⁠June 15 (Reuters) - Argentina will approach their World Cup opener against Algeria ⁠with caution and respect, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Monday, recalling ‌their shock defeat to Saudi Arabia in their first match at Qatar 2022 before they went on to lift the trophy.

"It’s a great team with quick players up front. It’s a ​good side to be careful with and to ⁠respect. They will make things ⁠difficult," Scaloni told reporters.

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