This Manchester United star is close to achieving his childhood dream in Qatar

A few weeks ago, Manchester United had 14 players get the honor of representing their country at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. It was a memorable moment for the players, fans, Erik Ten, and the United board as it complements the team’s efforts in the ongoing season.

Shortly after Erik Ten Hag joined the club, he requested that Manchester United bring a left-footed center-half to naturally play the available spot in the team and encouraged the club to sign his former player Lisandro Martinez from Ajax.

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The Argentine joined United and after a shaky debut, he adapted quickly to the evergrowing demands of his new home. He was scrutinized about how EPL attackers could bully him but the reverse has been the case, as he slices through every opposition attack with his passionate defending.

His impressive performance earned him his dream call to the World Cup with Argentina in Qatar along with other stars and football legend Lionel Messi. Martinez has played many starting roles for Argentina, he has been a reliable soldier for his country every time he has been called upon in the tournament.

WHAT IS THE GREAT NEWS ABOUT MARTINEZ?

Manchester United fans are jubilant as one of their stars made it to the 2022 FIFA World Cup final in Qatar after a very comfortable win for his national team. It was a moment to behold for the fans and Lisandro Martinez. Argentina cruised to a 3-0 win over Croatia to book a place in the final.