The goalkeeper of the Argentine national team, Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martínezis one of the most criticized, and perhaps hated, footballers by Colombians in recent years.
The constant lack of respect against rivals, especially Colombianshas made the Argentine not a beloved player in the national territory.
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Even in his last trip to Barranquilla, ‘Dibu’ Martínez had an attack against a Colombian cameraman who filmed it after the defeat of the Argentina team against Colombia.
‘Dibu’ Martínez spoke about the criticism he receives from Colombia
Emiliano Martínez gave an interview to the sports media France Football, in this dialogue, the Argentine goalkeeper referred to the event he experienced in Barranquilla with the Colombian cameraman.
The West Ham goalkeeper stated that he is aware of the apathy he receives from the Colombians, since, in the South American Qualifiers match, They insulted him for 90 minutes.
The Argentine accepted that he knows that he is not wanted in Colombia, but explained that this happens due to the results of Argentina against the ‘tricolor’ in recent years.
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“The Colombians insulted me throughout the game. We had beaten them twice, so it’s normal that they don’t like me.”‘Dibu’ Martínez stated.
‘Dibu’ Martínez affirmed that he felt provoked in Colombia
The archer of the Argentina team He stated that he was calm after the defeat against Colombia, but that he felt provoked by the cameraman.
“I congratulated each of the players and The Colombian cameraman kept laughing at me. They didn’t broadcast that on television,” said the Argentine goalkeeper.
Martínez stated that, although he understands that the cameraman is doing his jobYou should also respect him as a person.
After his reaction in Colombia, ‘Dibu’ was sanctioned with two dates without being able to play with the Argentine national team.
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