Scaloni Speaks Ahead of Paraguay Clash: The Dibu Martínez Effect, Alfaro's Metaphor, and a Surprising Gesture

The Dibu Martínez Effect

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has hailed the impact of goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, saying that his performances have given the team "a lot of confidence." Martínez has been in excellent form for Argentina, keeping six clean sheets in his last seven appearances.

Scaloni said that Martínez's confidence has spread throughout the team, and that he is now one of the best goalkeepers in the world. "He's a great goalkeeper," Scaloni said. "He's very confident, and he gives us a lot of confidence. He's one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and we're lucky to have him."

Alfaro's Metaphor

Ecuador coach Gustavo Alfaro used a metaphor to describe his team's performance in their 1-0 win over Paraguay on Thursday. Alfaro said that his team was like a "group of lions," who fought hard for the victory.

Alfaro said that his team showed great character and determination in the win, and that he is proud of their performance. "We were like a group of lions," Alfaro said. "We fought hard for the victory, and we deserved it. I'm very proud of my players."

A Surprising Gesture

In a surprising gesture, Paraguay coach Guillermo Barros Schelotto shook hands with Ecuador coach Gustavo Alfaro after the match. This was a sign of respect between the two coaches, and it showed that there is no animosity between the two teams.

Schelotto said that he shook Alfaro's hand to show his respect for the Ecuadorian team. "I shook his hand to show my respect for his team," Schelotto said. "They played a great game, and they deserved to win."