Lionel Scaloni Must Beg for Time with Dentist Amid Hero’s Welcome
Astonishingly, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni had to plead with overzealous fans in his hometown of Pujato to allow him a moment at the dentist. After last Sunday's heart-breaking loss to Spain in the World Cup final, Scaloni came home to an unwelcome scene of adoration from supporters who camped out on his lawn.
Scaloni made his way through the crowd while security escorted him to a car and even offered high fives to local children and posed for selfies with fans. He was seen telling them gently but firmly: “I have a dentist appointment, I will be back soon.”
The jubilant welcome after Argentina's recent World Cup performance has been overwhelming. Fans even camped out on Scaloni’s lawn in Pujato. His family had to post a sign to ward off the continued admirers —