Argentina manager Diego Maradona has built up his side's chances of success in the World Cup.
Eccentric coach claims Argentina will fight like wildcats
Argentina manager Diego Maradona has built up his side's chances of success in the World Cup.
After a turbulent qualifying campaign Argentina are ready for South Africa and are looking for their first title since 1986.
Maradona has received criticism from certain quarters for an erratic management style, but his team are still regarded as favourites to go far in the competition.
The 49-year-old has described his squad members as 'wildcats', and has warned opposing sides to beware this summer.
"I have 23 wildcats prepared to leave their skins on the pitch," he said.
"We are going to reach a level that the Argentina shirt deserves. Argentines should relax because to beat this team our rivals will have to put all their beef on the grill.
"With the help of God, I'm sure this team will have a good tournament."
Argentina have been drawn in World Cup Group B alongside Nigeria, South Korea and Greece.
Their last game ended in a 5-0 rout of international minnows Canada, and Maradona hit out at criticism of the win over a lesser footballing nation.
He added: "We had a great farewell, Spain only beat Saudi Arabia 3-2."
