Jorge Sampaoli recently spoke about his time coaching the Argentina national team and his departure after the 2018 World Cup, where they were defeated by France in the round of 16. He mentioned that the team was not well-prepared and he didn’t have enough time to make significant changes. Sampaoli took responsibility for the results and acknowledged that he may have made some mistakes in his decisions.
Regarding his future, Sampaoli did not give any hints about his next move but did not rule out coaching in Brazil or Argentina again. He highlighted the demanding nature of coaching in Brazil, especially at a club like Flamengo. Sampaoli expressed a desire for a long-term project where he can stay for several years, unlike his previous experiences.
When asked where he sees himself in 10 years, Sampaoli expressed hope for a different football environment with a different leadership style. He acknowledged the challenges of the football industry becoming more short-term focused but emphasized his passion for the sport and his commitment to continue pursuing his love for football.
