In addition to the victory in Bolivia, Scaloni's master move that brings joy to Argentine fans

The Argentine National Team emerged victorious in a great way in La Paz against Bolivia on the second date of the qualifiers towards the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Scaloni's team came to this match with doubts about Lionel Messi and whether he would be physically fine for play, but the coach decided not to risk the Inter Miami footballer and preferred not to include him in the official list for this match, one that they resolved in a great way with Di Maria as captain.

In the 31st minute Enzo Fernandez made a shot that entered the Bolivian goal defended by Viscarra. The center that Angel Di Maria put in was brilliant. Nine minutes later, Nicolás Tagliafico gave his team a comfortable lead, after heading in the cross from, once again, Ángel Di Maria. Bolivia was left with 10 men due to the expulsion of Roberto Fernández in the 39th minute. From there, Argentine dominance was evident and the match was practically settled in favor of the visitors.

However, the most surprising action in the match was that Lionel Scaloni decided to give Alejandro Garnacho minutes, in a match that was practically settled and where he certainly did not need offensive power. However, the decision of the Argentine National Team coach with the Manchester United footballer had a clear objective involved and makes the fans praise the coach's work.

Why did Scaloni put Garnacho on with the game almost over?

The Argentine coach had a clear intention with this movement. The young Manchester United footballer had worn the Albiceleste shirt in the last friendlies against Australia and Indonesia, which are endorsed by FIFA. However, until today he had not had his debut in an official competition. With three games already played, Argentina shields this talent who had dual nationality and will not be eligible for another selection due to FIFA regulations.