Emiliano Martínez reflected on the historic final that saw Argentina triumph over the French national team last December.
In an interview with France Football, Martínez expressed his deep admiration for the French forward, affirming that Kylian Mbappé was the most formidable opponent he had ever faced. According to the Argentine goalkeeper, Mbappé is destined to claim numerous Ballon d’Or awards in the future.
Martínez confessed, “Did Kylian make me suffer? Yes, there’s no doubt he’s considered one of the best players in the world. I have immense respect for him, both as a player and as a person. Clearly, there are certain images that have been highlighted, and something unrelated to my character has been fabricated. Kylian is a role model. This guy is extraordinary; he already has a World Cup with France, and on top of that, he netted a hat-trick in the final. I believe he can take pride in his achievements, and the French should too. Is he the best forward I’ve ever faced? Undoubtedly. When Messi and Ronaldo hang up their boots, I think he’ll step in and claim numerous Ballon d’Or titles.”
The praise from the Aston Villa shot-stopper underscores the impact and potential greatness of Kylian Mbappé in the world of football. His remarkable abilities have left a lasting impression on one of his toughest competitors.
