Scaloni trusted him, despite the criticism he won the spot and shines with Messi vs Australia

It is the main output of Lionel Scaloni's team, who did not listen to the claims for giving him confidence

It is the main output of Lionel Scaloni's team, who did not listen to the claims for giving him confidence
It is the main output of Lionel Scaloni's team, who did not listen to the claims for giving him confidence
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The Argentine team is heading to the quarterfinals of the World Cup in Qatar, after Lionel Messi's goal against Australia. Now, a player who received constant criticism in the middle of the tournament, received the confidence of Lionel Scaloni, who was always right and now stands out along with the top winner of the Ballon d'Or (7).

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This is Nahuel Molina. The right-back was one of those targeted after Argentina's defeat against Saudi Arabia, in their World Cup debut. From social networks they questioned his presence and Scaloni's confidence, instead of placing Gonzalo Montiel as a right-back.

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However, the Argentine National team's talented manager ratified Nahuel Molina against Poland and this time against Australia. Against the oceanic, the former Boca Juniors player was the main outlet for the wings.

Despite the strong mark of the rivals, the defender helped to open the spaces and that the goal from La Scaloneta would arrive later. Now, Lionel Messi has scored a wonder goal to win the first half, and if they can keep their defense tight and hold the 1-0, they're goinf through to the next round.

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Key in Argentina, questioned at Atlético de Madrid:

While he is sheltered by Scaloni and the results support his presence in the starting 11 of the Argentine team, Atlético de Madrid are not satisfied with his performance. The fans have had no mercy and have criticized his presence. Even, despite arriving at the 'mattress' this season, they are already asking for his departure.

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