2006 WORLD CUP TEAMS
Argentina at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany
Although they have yet to emerge from the shadow cast by the legendary figure of Diego Armando Maradona, Argentina invariably figure among the select band of favorites for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, a status unaltered by their poor showing at the FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan 2002.
With a little more experience now under their belt, the two-time world champions are back for another tilt at the title after becoming the first South American side to qualify for the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany.
The qualifying campaign proved something of a roller-coaster ride for the Argentines. After an uncertain beginning they found some much-needed solidity and consistency before Marcelo Bielsa’s unexpected resignation threatened to blow them off course. Jose Pekerman’s appointment steadied the ship, however, and the Albiceleste sealed qualification in the best possible fashion, defeating old foes Brazil in front of a packed house in Buenos Aires.
Nonetheless, serious doubts remain about the team’s mind-set and tactics ahead of next year’s finals, sparked mainly by their up-and-down form, a surfeit of players competing for the same places and some worryingly indifferent performances away from home.
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Odds to win the 2006 FIFA World Cup: 9/1
Argentina’s Stage of Elimination at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany
Argentina’s Top Goal Scorer at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany
Argentina’s Total Points at the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany
