Emery To Discuss Controversial World Cup Celebrations With Argentina Goalie

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery revealed he would be having words with Emiliano Martinez over his controversial World Cup celebrations with Argentina which have drawn global criticism.

The Albiceleste shot-stopper gained notoriety for his gamesmanship throughout the competition, which peaked following Argentina’s victory in the final when he bizarrely celebrated after receiving the Golden Glove award.

Martinez’s outrageous behavior carried over to Buenos Aires, where he went about with a baby with Kylian Mbappe‘s face affixed. Emery, who assumed leadership at Villa in late October, said he would talk to his goalkeeper.

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The Villa boss told reporters, “When you have big emotions, sometimes it’s difficult to control it.

“I will speak with him next week about some celebrations. But for now I respect that he is now with his national team. When he is going to be us and under our responsibility, we can speak about it then.”

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Villa face a tough test on their Premier League return, as they take on a Liverpool side who will be out for revenge after their exit from the Carabao Cup on Thursday night at the hands of Manchester City.

However, Emery will be without his starting goalkeeper after the Spaniard said he would give the club’s World Cup players enough time to recover from their performances in Qatar.

“I said before the World Cup that every player would have a minimum of seven days off after the tournament, and a maximum of 12,” he explained. “So I am expecting Emiliano to come on Thursday and to be available for Tottenham”.

According to Emery’s remarks, backup goalkeeper Robin Olsen will start against Liverpool, while Martinez is expected to play against Tottenham on New Year’s Day.