Argentine Football in Mourning as Lionel Scaloni's Mother Dies
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni is mourning the death of his mother at the age of 74. The Argentine Football Association has expressed its condolences to the World Cup-winning manager.
Lionel Scaloni, head coach of the Argentina national team, is mourning the death of his mother, Eulalia Marzetti, who passed away at the age of 74. She died on Tuesday, October 27, in Pujato, Santa Fe, following several years of health problems.
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) confirmed the news on Wednesday and offered its condolences to the World Cup-winning coach and his family. The federation also shared a message of support on behalf of Argentine football.
Marzetti lived in Pujato with her husband, Ángel "Chiche" Scaloni, and was a well-known figure in the community, having previously served as a local justice of the peace. The couple raised three children: Lionel, Mauro and Corina. According to Argentine media, the family will hold a private farewell ceremony.
Eulalia Marzetti's Health Struggles Had Long Concerned Lionel Scaloni
Scaloni's mother had been dealing with health problems for approximately five years. In October 2021, during South America's qualifying campaign for the Qatar World Cup, the Argentina coach publicly expressed his concern about her condition.
"I'm not in a position to think about the World Cup," Scaloni said after a match against Peru. His words reflected the difficult personal circumstances he was facing while guiding Argentina toward the tournament.
Lionel Scaloni's Emotional Copa América Dedication to His Mother
Months earlier, after Argentina defeated Brazil at the Maracanã to win the 2021 Copa América, Scaloni dedicated the historic triumph to his mother, who was already experiencing serious health problems.
"I want to dedicate it to my mother, who had a pretty serious health problem a few days ago and is fighting through it," the coach said following the victory. It was his first major trophy with Argentina, before going on to win the 2022 Finalissima, the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2024 Copa América.
Key Details About Eulalia Marzetti's Passing
- Eulalia Marzetti died aged 74 on Tuesday, October 27, in Pujato, Santa Fe.
- The Argentine Football Association offered its condolences to Lionel Scaloni and his family.
- Scaloni dedicated Argentina's 2021 Copa América triumph to his mother and had previously spoken publicly about her health struggles.
