After the match against Cape Verde, Daniel Avellaneda revealed information about the internal analysis conducted by the coaching staff of the Argentine National Team, explicitly based on Walter Samuel's anger with the midfield and defense.
According to the journalist, the concern was immediate. "They were very worried in the coaching staff," he stated. He added: "And well, yes, logically. They see the midfield very poorly."
Avellaneda assured that the internal criticisms particularly target the performance of some midfield players: "Very low Enzo and McAllister." Additionally, he stated that there are doubts within the coaching staff about the continuity of one player in the lineup: "We don't believe Thiago Almada will continue."
He also revealed that another player has lost consideration. "Nico González is not liked," he emphasized. Furthermore, he reiterated that assessment: "But Nico is not liked either. Nico González is not liked."
According to the journalist, the lack of effectiveness was another aspect questioned internally by Walter Samuel: "You can't miss so much, he says." According to Avellaneda, the coaching staff was also concerned about the team's reaction after taking the lead: "We score a goal and we sit back."
The journalist also mentioned that there is strong self-criticism regarding the lack of offensive options. "We are predictable," he noted. Avellaneda also revealed another important concern: "We are dependent on Messi." On the other hand, he asserted that Walter Samuel “was having palpitations. Extremely angry with the defensive part."
