"It's obvious that Messi will be at the Copa America," said Scaloni, who has not started in the best fashion looking ahead to the South American tournament this summer in Brazil. With respect to the rest of the list of players called up, the Argentina manager admits to having 80% of the list prepared," although he didn't give more clues on who has a place assured in the team.
But before thinking about the Copa America, Argentina must play their last friendly, which will be against Morocco. "These two games are important for the final list," he explained. "Obviously it was not a good match, but it is also true that we tried something which we wanted to see if it could work and obviously it didn't work. It was a test which we will also do this Tuesday looking ahead to what is to come," pointed out Scaloni.
The Argentina coach, who announced the starting eleven he will field against Morocco, wants this match to be able to clear major issues which the 1-3 loss to Venezuela left. He also sent a message to his players for them to do what they do for their clubs. "Lo Celso, Paredes and Pity Martinez have to do what they are used to doing," he added.
Lastly, he highlighted Messi's commitment in the last few days. "His attitude was very good. We saw him very involved. Afterwards, we spoke about the match and not much else, said Scaloni.