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Bolivia Thrash Argentina

Bolivia Thrash Argentina

Joaquin Botero netted a hat-trick to help Bolivia hammer Argentina 6-1 and keep their slim 2010 World Cup hopes alive. 2 Apr 2009
Hughes Backs Zabaleta for Argentina Role

Hughes Backs Zabaleta for Argentina Role

Manchester City boss Mark Hughes has questioned Argentina coach Diego Maradona's stance in overlooking Pablo Zabaleta. 31 Mar 2009
Maradona Hails 'Perfect Game'

Maradona Hails 'Perfect Game'

DIEGO Maradona felt that his team played "the perfect game" as he marked his first competitive outing as Argentina's national coach with a 4-0 victory over Venezuela in Buenos Aires. 29 Mar 2009
Maradona Pursued By Taxman

Maradona Pursued By Taxman

ARGENTINA coach Diego Maradona owes the Italian taxman 37million euros from his days playing with Napoli, according to the Association of Italian taxpayers. 29 Mar 2009
Messi Key to Maradona Masterplan

Messi Key to Maradona Masterplan

Diego Maradona faces his first competitive game as Argentina coach insisting his star man Lionel Messi must have a licence to roam. 28 Mar 2009
Mascherano Appeals for 'Attitude' From Argentina

Mascherano Appeals for 'Attitude' From Argentina

Captain Javier Mascherano admits Argentina must face the World Cup qualifier against Venezuela on Saturday with "seriousness and attitude" to improve their home form. 27 Mar 2009
Mascherano Eyes World Cup Boost

Mascherano Eyes World Cup Boost

Argentina captain Javier Mascherano believes back-to-back victories over Venezuela and Bolivia will take Diego Maradona's team a huge step closer to qualifying for the World Cup. 24 Mar 2009
Redknapp Checks Out Milito

Redknapp Checks Out Milito

Argentina striker Diego Milito was among the players Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp looked at during Genoa's victory over Udinese at the weekend. 24 Mar 2009
Messi Ready for Post-Riquelme Era

Messi Ready for Post-Riquelme Era

BARCELONA forward Lionel Messi admits it will be a strange experience playing for Argentina without Juan Roman Riquelme being involved. 23 Mar 2009
Man In Coma After Fans Clash

Man In Coma After Fans Clash

A man is in a coma and an 85-year-old woman is recovering from a gunshot wound after a fight broke out between two rival groups of Boca Juniors fans hours before their clash with Argentinos Juniors. 16 Mar 2009
Batistuta Wants to Succeed Diego

Batistuta Wants to Succeed Diego

Gabriel Batistuta wants to coach Argentina after Diego Maradona quits. 5 Mar 2009
Maradona Happy With Argentina's Form

Maradona Happy With Argentina's Form

Argentina coach Diego Maradona is delighted with the way the his side have responded since his appointment in November. 24 Feb 2009
Maradona Proud After Convincing Win

Maradona Proud After Convincing Win

Diego Maradona believes Argentinian football is in great shape after seeing his team defeat France 2-0 in Marseille to continue his 100% record as coach. 13 Feb 2009
Mascherano Set to Face France

Mascherano Set to Face France

Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano has been named to lead Argentina in their friendly international against France next month. 28 Jan 2009
Messi Inspires Barca

Messi Inspires Barca

LIONEL Messi's imperious form continued as he netted twice in Barcelona's 4-1 Primera Liga win over Numancia. 25 Jan 2009
Riquelme Focused on Argentina Return

Riquelme Focused on Argentina Return

Boca Juniors playmaker Juan Roman Riquelme wants to miss the upcoming Summer Tournament so he can focus on being fit to play in Argentina's friendly against France next month. 20 Jan 2009
Maradona Reveals Tevez 'Anger'

Maradona Reveals Tevez 'Anger'

ARGENTINA boss Diego Maradona has claimed Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez was "very angry" at his lack of first team opportunities at Old Trafford when he called to see his compatriot. 17 Jan 2009
Davids Keen on Last Tango - Agent

Davids Keen on Last Tango - Agent

Former Holland and AC Milan midfielder Edgar Davids is interested in ending his career in Argentina, according to his agent. 15 Jan 2009
Maradona: Mourinho's the Best

Maradona: Mourinho's the Best

Diego Maradona has told Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti he made a wise choice by appointing "the best" coach in Jose Mourinho. 14 Jan 2009
Ayala Now Open to National Return

Ayala Now Open to National Return

REAL Zaragoza defender Roberto Ayala opened the doors to return to Argentina national squad. 11 Jan 2009
Maradona on European Mission

Maradona on European Mission

ARGENTINA coach Diego Maradona is beginning 2009 with a trip to Europe to see some of his national-team players in action for their clubs. 2 Jan 2009