Martinez was in the middle of a controversy after his lewd celebrations at the FIFA World Cup ceremony. He was also seen carrying around a baby doll with Kylian Mbappe’s face while celebrating the World Cup triumph in Argentina.

Speaking to Cadena Cope, Scaloni claimed the goalkeeper would not be pleased with his own behavior during the celebrations. He said:

Emiliano Martinez blasted for his FIFA World Cup celebrations

Many fans, pundits, and managers questioned Emiliano Martinez after his celebration at the FIFA World Cup ceremony. Many believed it was unnecessary and took center stage when it should have been about Lionel Messi’s side winning the tournament.

Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira was quoted saying:

Former Premier League star Darren Bent was also not pleased and said:

The FIFA World Cup winner is now the subject of a possible transfer tug-of-war between Manchester United and Tottenham as both sides have been impressed with the Argentine’s performances for Villa.

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