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“Scaloni Is A Genius” “Redemption Day” – Fans Ecstatic As Di Maria Earns Surprise Start Against France

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"Scaloni Is A Genius" "Redemption Day" - Fans Ecstatic As Di Maria Earns Surprise Start Against France
Angel Di Maria Credit: Getty Images

Argentina supporters went ‘gaga’ the moment they spotted Angel Di Maria on Lionel Scaloni’s starting lineup for the clash against France for the World Cup final was released.

Di Maria, 34, has made a vital return to the starting XI, much to the joy of Argentine fans.

The Juventus winger had been dealing with a muscular problem and was left on the bench for Argentina’s victories over Australia and Croatia.

He managed an eight-minute cameo off the bench in the quarter-final victory over the Netherlands.

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However, Scaloni has opted to start the former Paris Saint-Germain attacker in the side.

He has made four appearances during the FIFA World Cup, contributing an assist.

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Meanwhile, Emiliano Martinez starts in goal, with Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Nicolas Otamendi, and Nicolas Tagliafico in defense.

Di Maria is joined in midfield by Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, and Alexis Mac Allister. Lionel Messi leads the line alongside Julian Alvarez.

Argentina are eyeing FIFA World Cup glory for the third time in their history against the reigning world champions.

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Fans are enthused by Di Maria’s selection, and here are some reactions from fans on Twitter:

@Spiros62695082: Redemption day. We believe in u angel

@southwestboyy: Scaloni is genius man, he knows that only Theo who can overlap & help the attackers of France. it’s gonna be like Copa America 2021 Final

@PPMBARCA: Brave from Scaloni. Di Maria’s presence could be massive tonight

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@hamsik_bh1: Today your redemption is coming for the final you Missed Insha Allah

@MalikFCB10: Di maria cashing in his world cup goal

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