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R. Martínez
Atletico DE Rafaela · Liga Profesional Argentina · Goalkeeper · #12 · Argentina · 34 yrs
Atletico DE Rafaela · Liga Profesional Argentina · Goalkeeper · #12 · Argentina · 34 yrs
R. Martínez plays as a goalkeeper for Atletico DE Rafaela. R. Martínez is a Argentine international, 34 years old, goalkeeper, currently at Atletico DE Rafaela. R. Martínez wears shirt number 12 for Atletico DE Rafaela. R. Martínez was born in Mar del Plata, Argentina on 1991-04-18. R. Martínez is 178 cm tall and weighs 76 kg. R. Martínez's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Liga Profesional Argentina, Primera Nacional, Primera B Metropolitana. R. Martínez's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore R. Martínez season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Season | Team |
|---|---|
| 2025 |  Almirante Brown ALM |
| 2024 | Almirante Brown ALM |
| 2023 | Almirante Brown ALM |
| 2022 | Almirante Brown ALM |
| 2021 | Almirante Brown ALM |
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-15 | Free agent | Almirante Brown ALM |  Atletico DE Rafaela RAF |
| 2019-01-21 | Free |  Godoy Cruz GOD | Almirante Brown ALM |
| 2017-07-01 | Free |  Boca Juniors BOC | Godoy Cruz GOD |
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Profile as Goalkeeper: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Modern goalkeeper.
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While Spain celebrated a dramatic victory over Argentina, a brief exchange between two Barcelona-linked stars captured the attention of supporters around the world and quickly became one of the defining images of the tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup final delivered one of the most memorable moments in football history, and it involved both Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal long after the final whistle had blown. While Spain celebrated a dramatic victory over Argentina, a brief exchange between two Barcelona-linked stars captured the attention of supporters around the world and quickly became one of the defining images of the tournament. The final itself represented more than a battle between two national teams. It was also seen as a symbolic meeting between generations, with Messi, widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players, sharing the stage with Yamal, the teenage sensation many believe could shape the sport’s future for years to come. Spain secured its second FIFA World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time at New York New Jersey Stadium. The victory ended Argentina’s hopes of becoming back-to-back world champions and denied Messi what could have been the perfect ending to his World Cup journey. The match was fiercely contested and remained scoreless throughout regulation time. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez produced a series of outstanding saves to keep his team alive before Ferran Torres eventually found the breakthrough in extra time. When the final whistle arrived, emotions spilled over across the pitch. Some players became involved in heated confrontations, while others shared moments of respect and admiration with their opponents. Among those scenes, one interaction stood above the rest. Messi and Yamal share special moment As Argentina processed the disappointment of defeat, cameras captured Messi embracing Yamal on the field. The Argentine legend appeared to speak directly to the young Spaniard before the pair exchanged a heartfelt hug. At first, nobody knew exactly what had been said between them. The brief conversation immediately sparked curiosity because of the significance of the occasion and the status of the two players involved. A few days later, Yamal finally revealed the content of the exchange. The message that meant everything According to Yamal, Messi offered encouragement rather than dwelling on his own disappointment. “He told me to keep going my way and that the future belongs to our generation.” The Barcelona star admitted the words carried enormous emotional weight. “Those words mean as much to me as the gold medal around my neck.” For a teenager who had just become a world champion, that statement highlighted the importance of receiving recognition from a player he has admired throughout his life. Yamal also made it clear how highly he regards the Argentine icon. “He’s someone I’ve always admired. At the end of the match, I showed him my respect.”
Throughout the 2026 World Cup, Argentina have shown to be one of the best attacking teams. For this, Lionel Messi's impact has been key alongside Lautaro Martínez. Nevertheless, head coach Lionel Scaloni has decided to leave the 28-year-old striker on the bench. Argentina have remained one of the best national teams at the 2026 World Cup. Although they struggled against Cape Verde, they showed their great ability to come from behind. In addition, Lionel Messi remains the team’s central figure, shining in front of goal and playing a key role in the team’s collective play. Despite this, head coach Lionel Scaloni has decided to make adjustments in attack, leaving Lautaro Martínez on the bench. Lautaro Martínez is in peak physical condition after starting all of Argentina’s games. Nonetheless, Lionel Scaloni has decided to leave him on the bench for tactical reasons and to rest him ahead of a potential quarterfinal. While he is not Argentina’s top scorer, he has already found the net and excels in his link-up play with Messi, creating space for him in the opposition’s defense. The 28-year-old striker could still see playing time off the bench. Head coach Lionel Scaloni has decided to start Julián Álvarez as his striker. With him on the field, they could gain more attacking mobility, opening spaces in Egypt‘s solid defense. In addition, he will look to rediscover his best form in the tournament, as he has not managed to score or make a difference for Argentina. With the quarterfinals on the line, he has the best opportunity to shine. Although Lautaro Martínez will be on the bench against Egypt, head coach Lionel Scaloni could decide to start him if Argentina advance to the quarterfinals. As a creative focal point in attack, he has proven to be one of Lionel Messi’s best partners. With his movement, he creates plenty of space and draws defenders. In addition, he could come off the bench today and score, silencing the doubts about his place in the starting lineup. Julian Alvarez of Argentina. Argentina face a risky bet on Julian Álvarez as starting striker Julián Álvarez has already proven to be one of the best strikers in the world. After shining at the 2022 Qatar, he earned his place in Argentina’s squad. Nevertheless, he has not started the 2026 World Cup in his best form, making only one start and having little impact. While his collective play is usually outstanding, he has not stood out in a major way. Because of this, his place in the starting lineup against Egypt could be somewhat risky. Without being in his best form, Julián may not offer the same collective quality alongside Lionel Messi as Lautaro Martínez does. Having not scored in the tournament and with his future uncertain, he appears to be under considerable pressure, something that could affect his finishing against Egypt. If he has a quiet match, his confidence could continue to decline, causing him to lose even more prominence in the tournament.
After over three years in charge of Portugal, Roberto Martinez has resigned from his position as head coach following their World Cup exit. The post Martinez confirms he will leave Portugal following World Cup exit appeared first on SoccerNews.
While the match itself was filled with twists and turns, it also became another unforgettable chapter in Messi's legendary international career, with even more historic milestones emerging during the contest. Lionel Messi continues to rewrite World Cup history as Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde, with the captain surpassing both Pele and Kylian Mbappe in another remarkable achievement. The defending champion needed every ounce of its experience to overcome a spirited opponent, and the victory ensured a place in the Round of 16, where Argentina will face Egypt on July 7. While the match itself was filled with twists and turns, it also became another unforgettable chapter in Messi’s legendary international career, with even more historic milestones emerging during the contest. Supporters around the world are still discovering the full extent of the history made in Miami, where Messi overtook Pele and Mbappe to set nine new World Cup records. Those accomplishments further strengthened his place among soccer’s greatest players and added another layer to an already extraordinary tournament. Argentina entered the Round of 32 as the overwhelming favorite, but Cape Verde refused to make life easy for the reigning world champion. The 39-year-old opened the scoring in the 29th minute after being set up by Lisandro Martinez, yet Cape Verde responded twice to force extra time before an own goal from Diney Borges in the 111th minute finally separated the teams. The dramatic 3-2 victory after extra time booked La Albiceleste’s place in the Round of 16, but it also highlighted the resilience of Cape Verde, which pushed one of the tournament favorites to its limits. The African debutant exited the competition with its reputation enhanced after producing one of the most memorable performances of the knockout stage. Messi overtakes Pele and Mbappe in historic statistic Messi’s first-half strike carried enormous historical significance beyond giving Argentina the lead. The goal increased his World Cup knockout-stage goal contributions to 12, made up of six goals and six assists, allowing him to move ahead of both Pele and Kylian Mbappe, who each recorded 11. According to Opta: “With the opening goal against Cabo Verde, Lionel Messi has 12 goal contributions in the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup (6 goals, 6 assists), surpassing Pele and Kylian Mbappe (11 each) for the most since 1966.” The record underscores Messi’s remarkable consistency on soccer’s biggest stage. Across multiple World Cups, he has repeatedly delivered decisive performances when the stakes have been highest. 12 – With the opening goal against Cabo Verde, Lionel Messi has 12 goal contributions in the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup (6 goals, 6 assists), surpassing Pelé and Kylian Mbappé (11 each) for the most since 1966.Vital. pic.twitter.com/mH2tTuaz1S— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) July 3, 2026 The nine World Cup records Messi achieved Messi’s latest performance produced far more than a single milestone. The Argentine captain established or extended nine separate World Cup records, further separating himself from many of the game’s greatest names. Among the biggest achievements, he became the first player in World Cup history to reach 20 career goals, extending his lead over Mbappe in the tournament’s all-time scoring list. He also became the first player to score in eight consecutive World Cup matches, a streak unmatched in the competition’s history. The captain also became the first player to reach 30 World Cup appearances, reflecting both his longevity and his sustained excellence across multiple tournaments. In addition, he became the first player to score at least seven goals in two different World Cup editions, repeating a feat he previously achieved in Qatar four years earlier. Lionel Messi celebrates a goal for Argentina. Messi’s influence stretched well beyond goals. He became the first player since detailed records began in 1966 to
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