Overview
- In a DSports interview on December 11 from England, Emiliano Martínez said he "did not do his best" at the 2022 World Cup after a cold performance review with Argentina’s goalkeeper coach.
- He set a concrete benchmark for 2026, aiming to cut goals conceded from eight in Qatar to four or five at the next World Cup.
- Martínez pointed to technical mistakes on specific plays, citing goals against Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands, plus Kylian Mbappé’s second goal and a penalty in the final.
- He vowed to prepare better for 2026, saying he wants to avoid the suffering he experienced during the tournament in Qatar.
- Assessing the field, he highlighted Brazil and Ecuador as strong rivals, suggested an African team could spring a surprise in U.S. conditions, and said he would welcome a not-yet-confirmed Finalissima against Spain as a pre-tournament test.