Dan Bardell is unwavering in his admiration for Emi Martinez, confident that the Aston Villa star is the best goalkeeper in the world. Martinez recently won the Yashin Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony on October 28, marking his second consecutive win.
The Argentina international’s stellar form has been instrumental in Villa’s success, helping them secure Champions League qualification and clinch another Copa America title alongside Lionel Messi.
Bardell, a journalist with Sky Sports and talkSPORT, believes Martinez fully deserves the Yashin Trophy due to his unique strengths as a goalkeeper. Speaking to Villa News, Bardell expressed his confidence in Martinez’s unparalleled abilities, saying, “I think he won the award because he is the best goalkeeper in the world.
Not even one part of me thinks there is a better keeper out there than Martinez when you take into account everything that he offers as a package. He has no weaknesses.”
According to Bardell, Martinez’s talent goes beyond his skills; his “winning personality” and distinctive presence on the pitch are assets unmatched by any other goalkeeper.
This combination of ability and charisma, Bardell claims, solidifies Martinez’s status as the world’s best in his position, adding, “When you package that all up, there is no doubt that he is the best in the world. He is an absolute class act, and I wouldn’t change him for anyone in the world.”
While some fans were initially surprised by Martinez’s award win, especially given the stiff competition in world football, Villa supporters have no doubt about his importance.
To those who follow Villa, Martinez has not only proven his value but has also shown consistency on the international stage. The former Arsenal goalkeeper has had several memorable performances, but his standout showing against Bayern Munich in the Champions League particularly highlighted his impact. His leadership and assurance between the posts have become essential for both Aston Villa and Argentina, underpinning their successes over the past few seasons.
Martinez’s performances have continued to impress, with his recent accomplishments underscoring his development into a world-class goalkeeper. Villa fans are thrilled to see him recognized once again with the Yashin Trophy, solidifying his reputation as the best in the game.
His growing list of accolades not only reflects his skill but also his unwavering dedication to his craft, making him an invaluable player for Villa and an inspiring figure for fans.