Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was one of the greatest heroes of Argentina's victory in the World Cup in Qatar. Argentina took home their third title in 36 years after winning the tiebreaker in a magnificent performance.
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Despite his unique contribution to Argentina's World Cup win, Martinez is in trouble. In the final, Martinez played the role of a unique guard in the goal post of Argentina. That's why he won the World Cup Golden Gloves.
But many did not like the obscene gesture of this goalkeeper after winning the Golden Gloves. Not only that, the 30-year-old goalkeeper was accused of insulting French star Kylian Mbappe while celebrating with his teammates in the dressing room after the match.
He is seen walking around with a baby doll in the shape of Mbappe's face. The picture instantly went viral on social media. Many termed it as 'unsportsmanlike behaviour'.
Which is why his club can release him. Aston Villa coach Unai Emery said he will talk to Emiliano Martinez.
Aston Villa wants to sell Emiliano very soon, according to one of the biggest transfer agencies in Europe, "Fikazes". Emery is not satisfied with Martinez's behavior. The club is trying to replace him with Javier Yasin Bunu.
"I would prefer to focus on how he performs and then how he wins (the match) for us," said coach Emery. I will talk to him because I want to bring that issue under his control. We must have some ideals. We have to pay attention to behavior when we are with the opposing players and with ourselves.'
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