Emiliano Martinez believes Argentina would beat Spain if the World Cup final were replayed today. According to Goal.com, the goalkeeper praised Spain but is convinced Lionel Scaloni’s side are stronger right now.
Argentina lost the final to Spain in extra time, when Torres struck the only goal. The defeat still stings for Martinez, who has reflected on the narrow margin.
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“I knew the players of the Spanish national football team were very good,” Martinez said. “But, I don’t know, I felt and feel currently that we beat them if we play now.”
The 34-year-old also revisited Qatar, where he helped Argentina win the 2022 World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout against France.
“France 2022 gave me more respect,” Martinez said. “They had been world champions back then, and had a much better age and more experience in the final. I had more respect for them.”
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