Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer |
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| Nationality | Argentine |
| Date of Birth | 02/09/1992 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Mar del Plata, Argentina |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Emiliano Martínez
30/08/2026
Chelsea officially completed the signing of Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa on a three-year deal. Reports said the transfer fee was around £7.5 million, and the move ended his six-year spell at Villa Park.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero |
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| Religion | Catholicism |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Tattoo | On his right arm |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 5" (195 cm) |
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| Weight | 192 lbs (87 kg) |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 22/05/2017 |
| Wife | Amanda 'Mandinha' (née Gama) |
Family
| Father | Alberto Martinez (former football coach) |
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| Mother | Susana Martinez (homemaker) |
| Siblings | 3 Brothers, 1 Sister |
| Spouse | Amanda 'Mandinha' |
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Career
| Overview | Emiliano Martínez is a renowned Argentine footballer recognized for his role as a goalkeeper. |
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| Early Career | He began his journey with Club Atlético Independiente before moving to Arsenal in 2010 at age 17, where he spent 10 years developing his skills. |
| Professional Highlights | Martínez made significant strides at Arsenal, participating in various loan spells at clubs like Oxford United and Getafe. His performances in 2020-2021 established him as a first-choice Premier League goalkeeper, contributing to Arsenal's FA Cup victory in 2020. |
| International Fame | His international career flourished during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where his remarkable penalty-stopping ability helped Argentina clinch the title. He earned the Golden Glove for being the tournament's best goalkeeper. He won the 2021 Copa América with the Golden Glove and the 2024 Copa América with another Golden Glove. |
| Recent Achievements | Martínez's career continues to thrive at Aston Villa, where he has been recognized as one of the world's top goalkeepers, demonstrating exceptional shot-stopping and psychological tactics during matches. He won the Yashin Trophy at the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony as the world's best goalkeeper and retained the award in 2024, becoming the first person in history to win it twice consecutively. He was named Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper in December 2024, becoming the first player to win it twice since its inception, and was included in the Best FIFA Men's 11 for 2024. He signed a new contract at Aston Villa in August 2024. |
| Aston Villa | Martínez joined Aston Villa in September 2020. In his debut Premier League season, he saved a penalty on his debut and kept a clean sheet against Sheffield United. He played every minute of the league campaign, equalling Brad Friedel's club-record of 15 shut-outs in a top-flight season, and won the Supporters' Player of the Season award. |
Favourites
| Car Collection | Ford Mustang |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Martínez's full name on his birth certificate caused some confusion when he joined Arsenal, as he was sometimes referred to as 'Damián'. | |
| 2. The nickname 'Dibu' came from a popular Argentine cartoon character that resembles him during his childhood. | |
| 3. His psychological tactics in penalty situations have drawn both praise and criticism, as he employs various strategies to unsettle penalty takers. | |
| 4. Martínez has a passion for fitness and often shares his workouts and pet dog on social media. | |
| 5. He authored a children's book titled 'Dibu Martínez, Pasión por el Fútbol', detailing his career and passion for the sport. | |
| 6. He has launched his own hamburger called the 'Mega Dibu' at a restaurant. | |
| 7. He met his wife Mandinha while waiting for a bus to go train with Arsenal. |
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