'We need patience' - Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni backs young talents to bounce back after 2-1 Uruguay loss in post-Messi era opener

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has called for patience with his emerging youngsters after the Albiceleste suffered a 2-1 friendly defeat against Uruguay at La Bombonera on Friday. Playing their first match since Lionel Messi retired from international football last month, the hosts could not overturn two quickfire second-half goals in Buenos Aires.