Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Á. Martínez
12 de Junio VH · Division Profesional - Clausura · Midfielder · #37 · Paraguay · 23 yrs
12 de Junio VH · Division Profesional - Clausura · Midfielder · #37 · Paraguay · 23 yrs
Á. Martínez plays as a midfielder for 12 de Junio VH. Á. Martínez is a represents Paraguay, 23 years old, midfielder, currently at 12 de Junio VH. Á. Martínez wears shirt number 37 for 12 de Junio VH. Á. Martínez was born in Paraguay on 2002-02-09. Á. Martínez is 184 cm cm tall and weighs 79 kg kg. Á. Martínez's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across CONMEBOL Libertadores, Division Profesional - Apertura, Copa Paraguay, Division Profesional - Clausura, and other leagues. Á. Martínez's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Á. Martínez season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
Season intelligence
Profile as Defender: creator, defensive work, high usage. Archetype: Wide creator. Season rating 6.5.
Scaled 0–99 from season output — map to fantasy, comparisons, or scouting cards.
Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Isolation threat and progressive carrying — volume plus success rate.
How often they draw fouls and stay out of trouble with cards.
Tackles, duels, and off-ball defensive contribution.
Shot-stopping, goals conceded, and penalty saves.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
Every tracked category for this league and season, grouped by Sportra.
After his scrutiny over Argentina's centerbacks, Cristian Romero replied to England leveng Gary Neville: "'I hope I'm not that stupid when I retire." Gary Neville emerged as one of the most vocal pundits in the buildup to England‘s highly anticipated semifinal clash against Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, directing specific scrutiny toward the Argentine defensive line. After successfully securing their ticket to the final, Cristian “Cuti” Romero delivered a stinging response to the former Manchester United defender, stating, “I hope I’m not that stupid when I retire.“ In the days leading up to kickoff, Neville had offered some incredibly harsh criticism of Argentina‘s starting center-back pairing of Romero and Lisandro Martinez in one of the last editions of The Overlaps podcast, branding them as a major liability: “I do not see any way we won’t score at least 2 goals against Argentina… I call them the best-worst central defensive duo in the world. They go from the sublime to the ridiculous.” While arguing that the pairing was highly vulnerable defensively, Neville did begrudgingly acknowledge their unique ability to make an impact on the opposite end of the pitch. “You’ve got Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez who seem to give away a goal between them per game! Then you see them again and it turns out they’re scoring goals, winning all the headers and popping up everywhere!” Romero and Martinez issue joint response to Neville Following the final whistle, Romero spoke with DSports and immediately addressed the pre-match talk originating from across the Atlantic: “In England they are used to talking a lot before the match, so we send them a big hello; they must be very happy.“ Djed Spence #25 of England is tackled by Cristian Romero #13 of Argentina. Martinez was equally dismissive of the relentless criticism, reflecting on the media landscape in the British Isles. “We are used to them always talking about us. You can tell they like to talk about us, and we respond on the pitch. Nothing more, always with respect,” he stated. However, Romero pulled no punches when specifically pressed on Neville’s comments: “The only thing I hope for when I retire is that I won’t be that stupid. Ultimately, it’s up to each person, but when I retire down the line, I hope I don’t find myself criticizing a player or underestimating anyone, because in the end, you go out there to do the best for your club or national team.“ Romero concluded his statement by setting his expectations ahead of the final on Sunday, his fifth one already with the Argentina national team: “After that, it can go right or wrong, but we are happy to be in a World Cup final again. We are making history; for us, it is something huge. We feel the shirt like no one else.“
With momentum building and expectations rising, the possible absence of such a key figure could quietly reshape the balance in a match that carries major implications. The spotlight will once again fall on Cristiano Ronaldo as Al-Nassr prepares for a defining clash, but the presence of Inigo Martinez remains uncertain ahead of the encounter. With momentum building and expectations rising, the possible absence of such a key figure could quietly reshape the balance in a match that carries major implications. The fixture arrives at a critical moment in the season, with Al-Nassr sitting top of the Saudi Pro League and pushing toward a long-awaited title push. Al-Ahli, meanwhile, remains firmly in the top three and is determined to disrupt that momentum. The encounter is widely viewed as a potential turning point in the championship race, especially with both sides separated by a tight margin in form and belief. There is also a psychological edge at play, as Al-Ahli defeated Al-Nassr 3-2 earlier in the campaign. That result still lingers in the background, adding extra intensity to a rivalry that has become increasingly competitive over recent seasons. Jorge Jesus and his players enter the match on a remarkable run of 19 consecutive wins across all competitions, showcasing a level of consistency that has defined their season. At home, the team has been particularly dominant, collecting 13 wins from 14 league matches while maintaining one of the strongest attacking records in the league. Jorge Jesus team Manager of Al-Nassr FC and Al-Nassr FC Players celebrate the win against Al Ittihad with the fans. With 79 goals scored and just 21 conceded, Al-Nassr’s balance between attack and defence has been a key factor in their title push. Ronaldo continues to lead the attacking line alongside Joao Felix, forming one of the most productive forward partnerships in the competition. Martinez’s situation takes a sudden turn Amid the anticipation, attention has turned to the defensive setup. The defender was initially included in discussions for the matchday squad, but his involvement is now in serious doubt. According to the Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, Al-Nassr coach Jorge Jesus is expected to make a final decision after a medical evaluation, with Angelo Gabriel emerging as a possible replacement in the foreign player quota. Martinez has been dealing with minor muscle discomfort, limiting his participation in training and forcing the coaching staff to reconsider their options. Inigo Martinez of Al-Nassr controls the ball Arriyadiyah has added that it’s likely that the Spaniard won’t play against Al-Ahli. Though the choice has not yet been made, Jorge Jesus is leaning toward choosing Brazilian Angelo over the veteran. The report also indicated that the Portuguese manager wants full flexibility in his foreign player selection, leading to further uncertainty over Martinez’s availability. Tactical impact on Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr The potential absence of Martinez forces Al-Nassr to rethink its defensive structure against a strong Al-Ahli attack. With Ronaldo expected to lead the line, the team’s balance between attacking intensity and defensive stability becomes even more important. Without the 34-year-old, Al-Nassr may rely more heavily on its midfield protection and full-back discipline to contain Al-Ahli’s quick transitions. The change could subtly shift the team’s shape, especially in a match where small margins are expected to decide the outcome.
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