Argentina can play the same way with or without Lionel Messi: Lionel Scaloni
"The team is now in a moment where it can play in the same way with Leo (Messi) or without Leo, which used to be more complex in the past as we had to change some players," Scaloni told reporters ahead of the match in Buenos Aires."But now we don't have this necessity and the team works in the same way, that's good."Argentina will be facing Colombia next, who are in sixth spot in the South American World Cup qualifier standings and aiming to distance themselves from the rest. Colombia beat Argentina 2-1 in the reverse fixture in September and Scaloni is wary of the threat posed by them. advertisementThe Argentina boss expects it to be a good contest, especially playing in front of the home crowd. "It's a great team, and with great players, and it has a clear style that can put you in trouble," Scaloni said."We've analysed it, we've shown the players their strengths and what we want to take advantage of. It's going to be a nice game, especially because we play at home, so it's good for our people to see the players."Trending Reel
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