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While criticized for making fun of Mbappe, Dibu's reaction that moved Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi and Dibu were shocked to seeing Argentinian fans.

By William Estrella

Lionel Messi and Dibu were shocked to seeing Argentinian fans.
Lionel Messi and Dibu were shocked to seeing Argentinian fans.

Emiliano Martínez confirmed that he is one of the most beloved elements of the Argentine team. Prior to the friendly against Panama at the Monumental stadium, "Dibu" received the love of the 83,000 attendees who managed to get a ticket to the River Plate stage. The Aston Villa goalkeeper made a big gesture during the ovation he received from the fans.

It was all a party prior to the match of the National Team against Panama. There was a lot of expectation about the warm-up that the world champions were going to have. The first to leave was Emiliano Martínez, who was grateful for the immense show of affection that people gave him while he was warming up.

The fans did not hesitate to chant his name and invited him to dance, as he did after saving one of the penalties in the World Cup final in Qatar. The best goalkeeper in the world in 2022, according to FIFA, did not hesitate to take the steps that moved millions of Argentines in the historic feat achieved in the Middle East.

After the friendlies in Argentina, where will be the future of Emiliano Martínez?

After the brief stint in Argentina, Emiliano Martínez will focus on trying to get Aston Villa into the next Europa League. The 'Dibu' is key in Unai Emery's scheme and revealed that he wants to play for a club that plays in the next Champions League. Tottenham has already made an approach and the 'villain' box is willing to sell its goalkeeper, despite the fact that he has a contract until 2027, as long as there is a convincing offer.


William Estrella

William Estrella

I'm a Mexican sports journalist with more than 8 years of experience, especially in digital media. I cover breaking news and investigative articles on current soccer events worldwide. I currently write for El Futbolero USA. Previously, I worked as a radio announcer in my country, covering Mexican soccer.

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