La Scaloneta remains in the spotlight. After a 2026 World Cup that left its mark, Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), sent an emotional message to Lionel Scaloni and the Albiceleste: "Imagine what we can keep achieving". The video, released this Friday, reviews the cycle that led Argentina to glory and pushes for continuity that could write new chapters.

What does Chiqui Tapia's message say?

The video, narrated over iconic images from Scaloni's tenure, poses rhetorical questions to the public. "If someone had told you in 2018 that a certain Scaloni would give you the greatest Argentina national team in history, would you have believed it?", the voiceover asks. The message highlights the journey from that 2019 Maracanazo to the continental double and the 2026 world title, with a team that united the country like never before.

Tapia closes with a clear bet: "What if I tell you there are more chapters to write? Because Argentina always writes history". The phrase reinforces the idea that the Albiceleste jersey still counts on everyone, even amid uncertainty over possible departures of key figures.

Why does this call matter in July 2026?

La Scaloneta closed its last cycle with a 2-0 win over Angola on November 14, 2025, a match that marked the start of a three-game winning streak. With a 3W-1D-1L record in its last five games, the team arrives at this message with confidence, but also with questions about the immediate future.

Speculation about Scaloni's continuity and a possible Lionel Messi retirement after the 2026 World Cup dominates media noise. Tapia, however, is betting on looking ahead: "This jersey counts on you, because if we achieved all this, imagine together what we can keep achieving".

What's next for La Scaloneta?

The Albiceleste cycle faces key decisions. The possible exit of Scaloni, Messi's future, and generational change are topics dominating conversations. But Tapia's message suggests the project doesn't end here. "There are more chapters to write," insists the executive, linking past glory to a future that could include new challenges.

As rumors grow, the AFA is betting on unity. The video, shared at a moment of doubt, seeks to reaffirm commitment to a team that already proved the extraordinary can become ordinary. Will it be enough to keep the course?