Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 27 Jul 2026
Scaloni begs fans to let him see the dentist
Argentina's World Cup finalist coach can't get past adoring supporters to get dental care.
L. Scaloni
coach
Who
Lionel Scaloni
What
Pleaded with fans blocking his way to the dentist
Where
Pujato, Argentina
What happened. Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni had to plead with fans blocking his way to the dentist after returning home from the World Cup, where his team lost 1-0 to Spain in extra-time.
- Fans have been camping on his garden lawn.
- Footage shows Scaloni high-fiving children while being ushered to a car.
Scaloni remains a hero despite the final defeat, with supporters still celebrating his leadership.
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