Marcus Rashford and Alexis Mac Allister react to Aston Villa star Emi Martinez
Liverpool ace Alexis Mac Allister and Marcus Rashford have reacted to a message from Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez on social media.
The Argentina international kept a clean sheet in a comfortable 2-0 win against Cardiff City on Friday evening (28 February).
Despite dominating proceedings in the first-half, the Villains were unable to find an opener and went into halftime tied 0-0 with their Championship opponents.
However, it was a different story in the second-half, as January signing from PSG Marco Asensio opened the scoring in the 68th minute, following an assist from Man United loanee Marcus Rashford.
The Spaniard doubled his, and Villa’s tally in the 80th minute, with Arsenal transfer target Ollie Watkins setting up the former Real Madrid man.
Following the win, Aston Villa fans now want to see both Asensio and Rashford signed permanently.
Emi Martinez celebrates win with message to Aston Villa fans
Following the win over Cardiff, Martinez posted a series of images of himself in action on Instagram, captioned: “Into the quarters and a clean sheet.”
The World Cup winner has been a mainstay in net for Villa since joining from Arsenal in 2020 for £20million.
| 2024/25 Premier League stats | Martinez |
| Appearances | 28 |
| Clean sheets | 3 |
| Goals conceeded | 41 |
| Saves (percentage) | 73 (64%) |
| Errors leading to goal | 1 |
The Yashin Trophy winner has not been at his usual best for his side this season, with the Midlands club competing in both the Champions League and Premier League.
Following his message to Villa fans, Martinez’s international teammate, Mac Allister, and club teammate, Rashford, both liked the post, showing support for the goalkeeper.
Liverpool focus on other competitions after FA Cup shock against Plymouth
Football Insider Verdict
Following a busy period that has seen Liverpool qualify for the Champions League knockout stage, make it to the Carabao Cup final and lead the Premier League, the Reds and their stars will have a rare weekend off.
The Merseyside club were shockingly knocked out of the FA Cup by Championship strugglers, Plymouth, putting an end to any hopes of a historic “quadruple”.
However, Liverpool are unlikely to kick their feet up and relax, with the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle taking place on 16 March.