Emiliano Martínez plays through hand pain during World Cup
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 6:24 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez has revealed he is competing with pain in his right hand at the World Cup. He opted to avoid a recommended operation, prioritizing participation in the tournament over surgery. This decision was made despite ongoing discomfort, raising concerns about his performance moving forward. Martínez's situation could influence Argentina's strategy in upcoming matches as the tournament progresses.
- •Emiliano Martínez is playing with pain in his right hand.
- •He chose to skip surgery to participate in the World Cup.
- •The goalkeeper's condition may affect his performance.
- •Argentina is focused on succeeding in the ongoing tournament.
- •Martínez admitted to dealing with discomfort throughout the competition.
- 7:11 PMESPN Soccer — Argentina's Martínez admits playing with pain
"Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez admitted he's been playing through pain in his right hand throughout the World Cup after avoiding a recommended operation in order to participate in the tournament.
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