Scaloni hails Flaco López after Argentina goal: ‘Complete player’

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·1 October 2026

Scaloni hails Flaco López after Argentina goal: ‘Complete player’

Flaco López had a special night in the Argentina shirt. The Palmeiras striker scored his first goal for the senior national team and earned praise from coach Lionel Scaloni after the match.

The center forward made the most of the opportunity given to him by the coach and got on the scoresheet for Argentina. After the game, Scaloni highlighted the qualities of Verdão’s No. 42 and described the player as complete.

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We’re happy with Flaco. Whenever he comes on, he gets his chances, and he’s a complete player, with good pressing and quality. On top of that, his behavior is excellent

The coach also emphasized the Palmeiras forward’s versatility. In Scaloni’s view, Flaco can perform different roles in the attacking system of the current world champions.

He can play as the main striker, a second striker, or even on the right, like a false winger. He’s a very complete player. We’re happy, especially also because of his behavior, which is excellen

Flaco celebrates first goal for Argentina

The striker has been gaining ground in Scaloni’s call-ups and is looking to establish himself as one of the options for Argentina’s attack. His performances for Palmeiras were decisive in putting him on the Albiceleste coaching staff’s radar.

Scaloni highlights Argentina’s competitiveness

In addition to the individual praise for Flaco López, Scaloni praised the attitude of the Argentina squad and the players’ commitment during the international break.