Man United fans stunned by what Martinez said about Adama Traore bust-up
Lisandro Martinez is well on his way to becoming a Man United fan favourite thanks to what he said after their 1-0 opening-day win against Fulham on Friday.
Erik ten Hag’s side secured the first three points of the season thanks to an 87th-minute debut goal from new striker Joshua Zirkzee.
While Zirkzee’s debut goal stole the spotlight during the game, another unexpected player caught fans’ attention on social media afterward.
Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez was solid throughout, notably keeping Fulham’s rapid winger Adama Traore at bay.
Lisandro Martinez a fan favourite after Man United vs Fulham
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez joked that he sent Adama Traore “to the gym” after their late win over Fulham.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, Martinez said of the Fulham star: “I sent him to the gym”.
Reflecting on the battle, the former Ajax star added: “I learnt from the first situation.
“In the first situation, he killed me — so I killed him back.”
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