Argentine goalie Martinez gets a hero’s welcome in his hometown
MAR DEL PLATA, Argentina: Argentina’s World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was greeted by a crowd estimated at 100,000 in his hometown, Mar de Plata.
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Villa boss Emery to speak to Martinez over World Cup celebrations
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has said he will speak to goalkeeper Emi Martinez about his celebrations following Argentina's World Cup triumph. Martinez saved a penalty from Kingsley Coman in the shoot-out showdown with France in the final, and pulled off a last-gasp save to keep out Randal Kolo Muani in extra time, but the 30-year-old has come into the spotlight following some of his celebrations. Martinez has not yet returned to training since the World Cup as he enjoys a period of rest, but despite being proud of his achievements, Emery admits he will have a word with him when he gets back. Emery told a press conference: "When you have big emotion, sometimes it is difficult to control it. "I will speak to him next week about some celebrations but I respect that he is now under the national team and when he will be with us, he is our responsibility then we can speak about it. "We are so proud of him. He won the World Cup with his national team and it's amazing. "He's coming back next week. I want him to rest now because after big emotion and hard work, he has to have some days off to rest then he'll come back to work with us."
Nadal says he is confident he will be competitive in Australia
Rafa Nadal is aiming to successfully defend his Australian Open title at the first Grand Slam of the year in January after an injury-plagued 2022 despite arriving a bit short of his peak level, the Spaniard said on Friday.
Emery to talk to Martinez about World Cup celebrations
Aston Villa coach Unai Emery praised Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez's performance at the World Cup, but said he will have a discussion with him about his attitude during the celebrations ahead of the resumption of Premier League action.
French World Cup winner Matuidi retires
The 35-year-old, who started the orld Cup final win over Croatia in Russia four years ago, had been omitted from Inter Miami's squad for this season.
Conte says Tottenham will take advantage of opportunities to strengthen squad
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte said he is happy with the players he has but that the club will be active in the January transfer window if the right opportunity comes along.
'I accept the pressure' - Ten Hag wary than Man United spending must bring results
MANCHESTER, England : Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag said he is aware that his club's excessive spending in the close season transfer window means there is pressure to secure a top-four finish this term.
French minister calls Argentina ‘inelegant winners
World Champions! Captain Lionel Messi (middle) holds the trophy aloft after Argentina’s defeat of France in the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup final at the Lusail Stadium…yesterday. CREDIT: www.dailymail.co.uk