Argentina has secured a spot in the World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic extra-time victory over Switzerland, winning 3-1.
Head coach Lionel Scaloni, who has led the team for nearly eight years, has already cemented his legacy by ending a long trophy drought, including Argentina's third World Cup and two Copa América titles.
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After the quarter-final match, Scaloni gave an emotional response referencing a viral video of a young Argentine fan expressing his joy.
"The training staff and the players, we play football to see these things," Scaloni said. "Things that come from the heart.
If this team has a legacy, that's what we want.
That tomorrow, kids like that think that they can be here playing for the national team in the future."
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Match Highlights
Argentina initially controlled the match but faced a tense second half when Switzerland equalized.
A controversial red card for Switzerland gave Argentina a numerical advantage, yet they struggled to capitalize, with Lionel Messi missing key opportunities.
Julián Álvarez's stunning goal in extra time finally gave Argentina relief, followed by a late goal from Lautaro Martínez to seal the victory.
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The team's path to the semi-finals has been stressful, often relying on Messi to deliver in crucial moments.
