Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was overcome with emotion after his team’s incredible victory over Egypt’s national soccer team in the World Cup. Speaking to broadcaster TyC Sports after the final whistle, Scaloni fought back tears as he reflected on one of the most dramatic games of the tournament. Unable to continue the interview, he apologized, wiped his eyes and walked away before later saying: “I cried because I’m too emotional. But it’s true that this team will never abandon the Argentine people.”Take a look:Argentina looked set for a shock exit after falling 2-0 behind with just over 11 minutes of normal time remaining. Cristian Romero gave the defending champions hope with an early header Lionel Messi Level the score four minutes later. In stoppage time, Enzo Fernández headed home the winner in the 93rd minute, completing a remarkable turnaround and sending Argentina into the quarter-finals.After the game, Scaloni said the rollercoaster game affected him as much as the supporters. He explained: “I suffer as much as any fan, but that’s why I’m a coach, to love through these moments. And this is what I talk to my coaching staff. For all of us who play football, these emotions are incredible”, while also revealing that his players affectionately call him “the cry” because of how openly he shows his emotions.
