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Scaloni reacts to Ronaldo, Portugal’s title and weighs in on Messi, Argentina’s chances to compete against European teams

Lionel Scaloni spoke about Cristiano Ronaldo’s UEFA Nations League title with Portugal and addressed Argentina’s chances of facing top European teams with Lionel Messi.

The headline of the day yesterday was undoubtedly the title won by Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal in the final of the 2025 UEFA Nations League against Spain, and the news spread around the world. Lionel Scaloni, coach of the Argentina national team, echoed the situation and also spoke about the chances that Lionel Messi and his team have against the Europeans.

During a recent press conference ahead of a new round of South American qualifiers, the current coach of the reigning world and Copa America champions did not hesitate to congratulate CR7 and his teammates, while also making it clear that his team can compete on equal terms with any national team.

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“They will stop being great only when they retire. Beyond their age, their presence means a lot — not just by playing. I congratulate Ronaldo and Portugal, it was a great match. Against the Europeans? We would definitely compete. The differences are minimal, but we are ready to go head-to-head with them. Everything is so even nowadays, but yes, we would compete — I have no doubt.”

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal lifts the UEFA Nations League trophy after his team’s victory in the UEFA Nations League 2025 final match between Portugal and Spain at Munich Football Arena on June 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany.

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From: bolavip.com

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