In recent years, Manchester United has not been characterized by having an abundance of central defenders who are at a good level. However, now Lisandro Martínez seems to be here to change history, alongside with Raphael Varane.
Manchester City and Manchester United will star in the most attractive game of the day, in the Premier League. In this context, Lisandro Martínez will be in charge of stopping Erling Haaland, who is the main figure of the 'citizens' so far this season. Pep Guardiola, DT of the Celestes, referred to this cross between the Argentine and Norwegian.
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The arrival of Martínez to the 'red devils' generated many doubts. His height was one of the first criticisms he received, however, he worked quietly, earned a spot in the starting 11 and was voted best player for August. Now, he is one of the key pieces in the scheme of Erik ten Hag, manager of United.
Now, the Argentine national team, who was on the Albiceleste tour of the United States, has the mission to stop Haaland. The Norwegian does not stop scoring goals, but 'Licha' could be a nightmare for 'Android' and this was recognized by Pep Guardiola, Lionel Messi's former coach at FC Barcelona.
What did Guardiola say about Martínez?
At a press conference, the Spaniard highlighted the former Ajax defender and said that his height vs. Haaland's will not affect him: ‘He is a fantastic player, aggressive, well armed. It's not the first time he's played against taller forwards, he handles it’.
