Argentina progressed to the final for the second consecutive World Cup, but lost 1-0 to Spain courtesy of a Ferran Torres goal in extra time.
Lisandro Martinez admits Spain deserved World Cup in statement after Argentina heartbreak. His side were beaten 1-0 after extra-time by Spain on Sunday night.
Martinez has joined captain Lionel Messi in congratulating the world champions on what he described as a 'well-deserved' win, though. However, it is Manchester United star Martínez who has ruffled the feathers of international football fans with his controversial post-tournament address. "With a heavy heart for not having been able to bring home the cup that we all deserved, but with pride bursting at the seams for this jersey, for my teammates, the coaching staff, the executives, the medical team, the cooks, the kit men, and every single person who was involved to make all of this work in the best possible way. "I want to congratulate Spain on their well-deserved title. "Remember that ‘the fall of the great is the joy of the mediocre.’
The latter also failed to apologise for his full-time antics on the pitch in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez has thanked supporters for standing by him after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat. He insisted his full focus is now on returning stronger for the new season at Old Trafford. “Losing with Argentina in the World Cup hurt a lot, but these things happen in football,” he explained. “Injuries are part of the game, and right now I’m focused on getting back to 100%.” “I’m working hard every day to come back stronger for the new season with Manchester United.”