Lionel Scaloni was impressed by Argentina’s adaptability during the 2-0 win over Angola.
Lautaro Martinez gave the reigning world champions the lead, before Lionel Messi secured the win eight minutes from time.
Angola provided plenty of threat in La Albiceleste’s final match of 2025, with Cagliari striker Zito Luvumbo coming close three times in Luanda.
And despite naming a strong line-up, Scaloni handed his debut to Joaquin Panichelli, Gianluca Prestianni and Kevin Mac Allister.
Argentina have won six of their eight matches in the calendar year (one draw, one loss), with their only defeat coming in their last World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.
Scaloni was pleased with the way his side overcame the Angola challenge, although he acknowledged there was still room for improvement.
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“You always learn when you play a match against opponents you don’t know very well and who are as physically strong as Angola,” he said.
“It was a good test, they have fast players. I think we were up to the challenge, even if at times we could have done better.”
“We tried to play the match with our own strengths and I also congratulate the opponent for their good play.
“I know this is a country that is happy when we do well, and we are very grateful for the welcome we have received.”
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