Argentina survived Ecuador within the quarterfinals of the Copa America thanks to a different dominant penalty shootout show from goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
Argentina desperately wanted Martinez to breathe life again into his group after Lionel Messi inexplicably missed the primary penalty of the shootout.
The Aston Villa shot-stopper went on to save lots of the subsequent two Ecuadorian penalties, carrying Argentina to a 4-2 shootout victory.
Martinez is infamous for clutching up in penalty shootouts, saving three penalties within the 2021 Copa America semifinal and two within the 2022 FIFA World Cup closing. Argentina went on to win each.
He not too long ago revealed on “Fozcast – The Ben Foster Podcast” that his success in penalty shootouts comes right down to his psychological preparation, eliciting the assist of a sports activities psychologist to assist change into his finest self when the lights shine brightest.
Martinez’s presence, as a lot as his capability, renders Argentina arguably the hardest opponent on the earth. He enjoys and thrives off the high-pressure ambiance of main tournaments.
Behind the dances and winding up his opponents, Martinez stays a stand-up member of the goalkeeper’s union.
