Emiliano Martínez
ARG
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Sep 2, 1992 (33)
Right
6'5"
194 lb
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Won't play in friendlies
Martinez (finger) remains a significant concern for Argentina's national team and will be absent from friendly action prior to the World Cup, as he still needs to complete his recovery from a small fracture in his finger, Gaston Edul of TyC Sports reports.
Analysis: Martinez is expected to serve as the starting goalkeeper for the defending champions and will likely be selected for the World Cup opener versus Algeria, although there's a slight chance he won't fully overcome the injury by then. If he can't start, his place could be taken by Geronimo Rulli or Juan Musso. The Aston Villa man ended the previous season with 125 saves, 49 goals conceded and 13 clean sheets over 44 appearances across all competitions for his club. His presence has been vital for the national team, helping them to win the previous World Cup and the last couple of Copa America championships.
Locked into starting role
Martinez (finger) will be Argentina's starting goalkeeper at the 2026 FIFA World Cup if healthy.
Analysis: Martinez didn't play in Aston Villa's final game of the 2025/26 Premier League season after keeping a clean sheet in the UEFA Europa League final, finishing the year with 39 goals allowed across 32 league outings. He was the starting goalkeeper in Argentina's title run in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where he also won the Golden Glove, and he figures to play a big role for La Albiceleste once again as one of the team's most experienced players and on-field leaders.
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