Lisandro Martínez, Manchester United defender, explained that his controversial statements after the defeat against Atlético de Madrid in the Champions League were the result of anger and frustration. In a message published on his social networks, the Argentine stated that the loss of the match at the Metropolitano left him a feeling of helplessness, because "we did not get the result that we all wanted."
The player recalled that his passion for football and his commitment to the club are unbreakable. “Those who know me know how I live football, with passion, commitment and a huge desire to win,” Martínez explained. When asked about criticism from club legends, he added that their words reflect his emotional state and his desire to see United compete for top honours.
In the same statement, the Argentine international emphasized the need to maintain high standards of ambition and teamwork. "Continue to grow, get stronger and have everything we need to compete at the highest level. These are the standards that we must all maintain, starting with me," he said. He stressed that the responsibility falls on the players and that he places himself in charge of that obligation, urging them to demand even more and to work together to take the club back to the top.
Martínez concluded that his objective has always been the same: to win, compete at the highest level and give everything for the Manchester United shield. Trusting in his teammates, the coach and the work team, he assured that ambition and commitment are the basis for overcoming the current phase of the competition.
The next step for United will be to consolidate the defense and fine-tune tactics under the guidance of the manager, as the club looks to regain its position in the Champions League table and in the Premier League. The fans and the board hope that the team will be able to correct its mistakes and once again compete for the most prestigious titles in European football.