Argentine media hails Messi, Sabella for World Cup berth

Last Updated: Thursday, September 12, 2013, 13:01

Argentinians see World Cup football qualification as an obligation rather than an aspiration, but that did not stop the country`s sports scribes from waxing lyrical after the national team, commonly known as the Albiceleste, secured their ticket to 2014 Brazil.

Argentina coach waits for injured Messi to recover

Last Updated: Saturday, August 24, 2013, 15:29

Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella said he is waiting to see if injured Lionel Messi will recover and be able to play against Paraguay Sep 10 in Asuncion, Paraguay, as part of the Brazil 2014 South American qualifying tournament.

Sabella is afraid of me: Tevez

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 12:38

Carlos Tevez thinks there is little chance he will make it into Argentina`s squad for the 2014 World Cup because of his troublesome relationship with head coach Alejandro Sabella.

Messi admits he was not fit against Colombia

Last Updated: Saturday, June 8, 2013, 16:25

Lionel Messi admitted that he was not fit to play in Argentina`s goalless draw with Colombia in their World Cup qualifier at the Estadio Monumental.

Sabella praises Argentina after 1-1 draw

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 27, 2013, 15:39

Argentina missed the chance to all but secure their place at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil when they were held to a 1-1 draw by Bolivia.

Messi is a legend, says Sabella

Last Updated: Friday, March 22, 2013, 12:56

Alejandro Sabella has described Lionel Messi as a "legend" and praised his incredible development into a "global star".

Messi better than Beckham in most parts of games: Sabella

Last Updated: Saturday, September 3, 2011, 08:53

Argentine coach Alejandro Sabella Wednesday rated football magician Lionel Messi as a better soccer player than former English player David Beckham.

Sabella happy with winning start

Last Updated: Friday, September 2, 2011, 23:08

Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella praised his boys for his side`s 1-0 victory against Venezuela.

India trip a memorable one: Argentine coach

Last Updated: Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 20:17

For coach Alejandro Sabella and his Argentine national football team, the trip to India is a memorable experience and a learning process.

Looking to rebuild team around Messi: Sabella

Last Updated: Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 17:17

Sabella is keen to rebuild the team around Lionel Messi

Whole world expects to see Messi magic: Sabella

Last Updated: Monday, August 29, 2011, 21:18

Sabella, who arrived here this morning sans Lionel Messi, said he was determined to start off on a winning note when he makes his debut against Venezuela.

Argentine coach happy with facilities, says sports minister

Last Updated: Monday, August 29, 2011, 19:43

Argentine coach Alejandro Sabella, who checked in with his support staff this morning, is satisfied with the facilities for their international friendly against Venezuela.