'It's our destiny,' says Argentina goalkeeper Martinez
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez said it was "destiny" to win the World Cup after starring in the nail-biting penalty shootout victory over France in Sunday's final.
Martinez, 30, saved from Kingsley Coman in the shootout to help Argentina to a 4-2 win after the thrilling final ended 3-3 in extra-time.
"It was a very complicated match, they came back to equalise in the game but it was our destiny to suffer," said the Aston Villa keeper.
"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 young for England. I dedicate this victory to all my family."
Lionel Messi might have won MOTM but this 120+3' save from Emiliano Martinez saved Argentina's World Cup ?????? pic.twitter.com/R9Lh0oxhHR
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) December 18, 2022
Emiliano Martínez has won every penalty shootout he's featured in for Argentina:
— Squawka (@Squawka) December 18, 2022
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Dibu is dancing. ??#FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/NeWuj51uYa
Congratulations, @emimartinezz1!#FIFAWorldCup Golden Glove winner ?? pic.twitter.com/bQPQMVxyQa
— Premier League (@premierleague) December 18, 2022
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