Emi Martinez believes it was Argentina’s ‘future’ to win the 2022 World Cup following their 4-2 penalties victory over France.
The Aston Villa goalkeeper was instrumental and put in one other unbelievable show to assist fireplace his nation to a primary World Cup win in 36 years, arising with plenty of massive saves, saving a penalty within the shootout and laying aside Aurelien Tchouameni who missed his spot kick.
He now provides a World Cup and the event’s Golden Glove award to his abruptly spectacular trophy cupboard that additionally accommodates the Copa America.
Speaking to reporters after the sport, Martinez delivered his verdict: “It was a very complicated match, they came back to equalise in the game but it was our destiny to suffer.”
The 30-year-old continued: “All that I have dreamed of has been achieved. I have no words for it. I was calm during the penalty shoot-out, and everything went as we wanted.
“I left very younger for England. I dedicate this victory to all my household.”
Martinez only made his full Argentina debut last year in a World Cup qualifier, before suddenly being thrust into the spotlight as Lionel Scaloni’s first choice for the 2021 Copa America.
There, he proved key to his side’s fortunes as they ended a major trophy drought and embarked on a 36-game unbeaten run.
He now returns to Villa a World Cup winner after signing in 2020 from Arsenal, where he spent most of his time as an understudy.
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