The Argentine sporting world has moved quickly after some worrying remarks from senior national team head coach Lionel Scaloni, who spoke after the defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.

According to the newspaper " Sport ", supporters and players have come together in a public appeal, asking Scaloni to renew his contract and remain as Argentina coach.

Fans were alarmed by his comments. "I will sit down with the president of the federation. I have an idea of what I am going to do. My contract ends at the end of this coming December, and after that we will see what happens," Scaloni said.

He then added: "I honestly do not know whether it is possible to achieve something greater than what has been achieved, and we have to assess the situation."

Those words alone triggered a strong emotional response across the country. Fans began sincere efforts to change his mind and reverse a decision he appears to have almost already taken.

In recent days, large crowds have gathered outside Scaloni's house as his future remains uncertain. It has been a collective display of loyalty, a message of total backing and a plea for him to reconsider and extend his stay.

For his part, Scaloni was moved by the gesture. He came out to greet the supporters on more than one occasion, showing his deep gratitude for their backing and their continued affection.

A funny moment between a child and Scaloni

A scene that reflected the bond between Argentina and their coach: a boy, accompanied by his father, arrived at Scaloni's home holding a sheet of paper that read "2030 World Cup contract" and asked him to sign it. The coach gladly did so.

That was not the end of it. The person behind the idea posted a video directly aimed at Claudio Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, urging him to do the same and complete the same mission by convincing the coach to extend his tenure.

The push was not limited to the stands. The stars joined in as well. Ángel Di María, one of the great legends of Argentine football, used the occasion to make a public appeal for Scaloni to continue leading the team.

Di María said: "It's the Scaloneta, it's the engine and the true symbol of this national team, and I hope with all my heart that he continues in his post."