The South Americans have arrived in South Africa ahead of their Group B opener on June 12.

"We are calm because the work that we are doing will allow us to find the best team to play the first game and the following matches," Maradona said in a press conference.

The 1986 World Cup winner added: "I can see the boys are quite focused. With the help of God, I'm sure this team will have a good tournament."

South Korea and Greece are also in Argentina's group.