Emiliano Martinez splashes out guard dog as Argentine seeks to protect his World Cup winner’s medal
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Emiliano Martinez ‘spends £20,000 on a WATCH DOG used by US Navy Seals and SAS to protect his Argentina World Cup winner’s medal at home’ after returning to Aston Villa duty following his controversial celebrations.
- Emi Martinez has bought a Belgian Malinois guard dog to protect her home
- Martinez made the purchase to help protect his World Cup winner’s medal.
- The goalkeeper has faced criticism following his post-World Cup final antics.
- Several footballers turn to protection services after a wave of burglaries in UK homes
Argentina and Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has tried to protect his World Cup winning medal by paying £20,000 for a guard dog.
The 30-year-old was instrumental in Argentina’s World Cup success, picking up the golden glove and starring in two penalty shootouts during the tournament in Qatar, but has been criticized for his antics in the final and at the festivities. following the win.
Martinez has purchased a Belgian Malinois guard dog, which have been used by the SAS and US Navy Seals in combat zones, according to the daily star.
Emiliano Martínez reportedly spent money on a watchdog to protect his World Cup medal.
The watchdog reportedly costs a minimum of £20,000 and weighs up to 30kg.
Martinez reportedly made the purchase from Elite Protection Dogs in order to protect his family in the West Midlands, as well as his World Cup winner’s medal.
Several stars have sought to increase their security in recent years, with dozens of top footballers having their homes attacked by burglars.
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta and French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris are among soccer stars who have bought watchdogs from the company in the past.
Former England stars Ashley Cole and Jack Wilshere, and world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury, have also used the company.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is among soccer stars who bought guard dogs to protect their home.
Several sports stars have turned to watchdogs to help improve their security arrangements.
Martinez returned to Aston Villa training last week after lifting the World Cup with Argentina in Qatar.
His celebrations in Buenos Aires sparked controversy when he goaded France’s Mbappé by holding a doll with the star’s face during Argentina’s parade.
Martínez also made an obscene gesture after receiving the Gold Glove for the tournament’s best goalkeeper, drawing further criticism for his actions.
Martinez’s antics after Argentina’s World Cup triumph have drawn criticism
His club boss Unai Emery was asked about his goalkeeper’s antics in Qatar and confirmed that he would ask Martinez to “control his emotions” from now on.
Reports from Spain claim that Emery is keen to sell Martinez in January, having been left unimpressed by his post-World Cup antics.
Martinez returned to the Aston Villa squad for their 2-0 Premier League win over Tottenham yesterday, but was left on the bench by Emery.