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On bench in return Martinez (thigh) is back in United's squad for Saturday's final friendly against AC Milan, making the bench, the club posted.

Impact Martinez had missed the previous match against Leeds United, with coach Michael Carrick saying at the time he wasn't quite ready and was being held back specifically for this fixture. He was heavily involved in Argentina's World Cup run before suffering the thigh injury that sidelined him, contributing a goal and an assist over seven matches, and if fully fit by the start of the season, he figures to reclaim his undisputed role in the Red Devils' back line.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Named in squad vs. Milan Martinez (thigh) is back in Manchester United's squad to face AC Milan, the club announced.

Impact Martinez's return to the squad comes after he missed Wednesday's match against Leeds, with coach Michael Carrick saying at the time the player wasn't quite ready and was being preserved specifically for this fixture. He was heavily involved in Argentina's World Cup run before suffering the thigh injury, contributing through passes and decisive actions on both ends of the field, and scoring a goal and an assist over seven matches. If fully fit by the start of the season, he'll be a strong candidate to feature at the expense of Ayden Heaven. Martinez is expected to build up his match fitness in this final preseason test.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Targeting return in Milan friendly Martinez (thigh) didn't play in Wednesday's clash against Leeds, with coach Michael Carrick saying "Marcus [Rashford], Licha [Martinez] and Kobbie [Mainoo] aren't quite ready yet,"...

Impact Martinez is expected to see action in the final preparation game before the EPL opener versus Hull City, but it remains to be seen when he'll be back in the initial lineup. He was heavily involved in Argentina's World Cup run before suffering the injury, and he was a key piece of his nation's defense, contributing through passes and decisive actions on both ends of the field, and scoring one goal and one assist over seven matches. If he's fully fit by the start of the new season, he'll be a strong candidate to feature at the expense of Ayden Heaven.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to face Leeds Martinez is unlikely to feature against Leeds United at Croke Park on Wednesday after only completing a handful of training sessions but is likely to play at least 30 minutes again...

Impact Martinez was forced off in the first half of the World Cup final against Spain with an apparent thigh injury, though it was later confirmed to be nothing serious. He reported for Manchester United duty in Ireland on Monday night but has only managed a handful of training sessions since, which makes him unlikely to be involved when United face Leeds United. The plan instead points to easing him in with at least half an hour of action in the friendly against AC Milan on Saturday, ahead of the season opener, a sensible buildup given he is expected to be a key figure in United's backline after starting every league match under head coach Michael Carrick.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Arrives in Ireland for preseason Martinez has arrived in Ireland to prepare for the new 2026/27 Premier League season with Manchester United, according to the club.

Impact Martinez was recently spotted doing individual training while on holiday in Ibiza, an encouraging early sign after his thigh injury cut short Argentina's World Cup semifinal against Spain. He had started all seven of the tournament's matches, recording two clean sheets, seven interceptions, 13 tackles and 36 clearances along with a goal and an assist, and his arrival with the squad now shifts focus to building back toward full fitness after already battling back from an ACL injury that wrecked his previous campaign, with United's season opener against Hull City set for August 22.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Doing individual work on holiday Martinez (thigh) has been spotted doing individual training while on holiday in Ibiza, according to Manchester United Forever.

Impact Martinez had left the pitch in the 44th minute of Argentina's World Cup semifinal against Spain with an apparent thigh injury, ending his tournament after starting all seven of the team's matches, during which he recorded two clean sheets, seven interceptions, 13 tackles and 36 clearances, along with a goal and an assist. He battled back from the ACL injury that wrecked his previous campaign, returning around November to play a key role in United's third place finish last season, making his fitness heading into the new campaign worth monitoring given that recent history. This early individual work is an encouraging sign that his recovery is progressing well ahead of United's Aug. 22 season opener against Hull City. Martinez is expected to continue building up his fitness before officially rejoining the squad.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Manchester United have been ruled out of the 2026-27 Premier League title race, with Mikael Silvestre - who captured four top-flight crowns...

JULY 23 • goal

'Too early' - Manchester United ruled out of Premier League title race by former star that captured four crowns under Sir Alex Ferguson

Argentina's Lisandro Martínez Departs World Cup Final vs. Spain Early Due To Injury

If Argentina is going to beat Spain in the 2206 FIFA World Cup Final, it'll have to do it without one of its top defenders.

JULY 19 • FOX SPORTS

Argentina's Lisandro Martínez Departs World Cup Final vs. Spain Early Due To Injury

Exits final with injury Martinez left the pitch in the 44th minute of Sunday's match against Spain due to an apparent thigh injury.

Impact Martinez would pick up a yellow in the 40th minute and would quickly exit the match after that, as he went to the ground holding his thigh with an apparent injury, leaving Nicolas Otamendi to take his spot. This will end his World Cup run, starting in all seven of his appearances, while recording two clean sheets, seven interceptions, 13 tackles and 36 clearances. He would also add a goal and an assist that would help them past Cape Verde in the round of 32. The major concern for the defender now is his health as they head into the Premier League season, as he is a starter for Manchester United and was already absent for a decent chunk of last season due to injury. He will now hope to use the next month to recover, with United kicking off league action Aug. 22 against Hull City.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Even though Messi was ready to go in the middle after losing the ball, Lisandro Martínez had other plans 🇦🇷

Even though Messi was ready to go in the middle after losing the ball, Lisandro Martínez had other plans 🇦🇷

JULY 17 • FOX SPORTS

Busy before sub Martinez registered four clearances in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus England. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Martinez made four clearances and took a tactical yellow card before he was subbed off during the second half. The defender had plenty to do in the first half as England traded blows, but then was brought off with Argentina trailing in favor of an attacker. Martinez will be back on the pitch as Argentina prepare to take on Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Standout defensive display Martinez registered two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Switzerland.

Impact Martinez delivered the defensive performance of the match in Saturday's 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland, combining with Emiliano Martinez in the 32nd minute to stop Breel Embolo getting a shot away from inside the box after the Swiss striker was sent clear, then producing a world-class block to deny Embolo a certain equalizer moments after the restart, also registering one interception, four tackles (four won) and four clearances across his 120 minutes. His physical dominance heading into the England semi-final makes him one of the most important players in coach Lionel Scaloni's squad.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles in victory Martinez registered one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-2 victory versus Egypt.

Impact Martinez registered two interceptions, four tackles (four won) and seven clearances across his 90 minutes in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Egypt, initially beaten in the air by Yasser Ibrahim for Egypt's first goal when the Egyptian header rose above him to meet Marwan Attia's delivery, before recovering to make four successful tackles and keep Egypt's attack largely contained throughout the second half. The Manchester United centre-back's recovery from the opening concession was central to Argentina's defensive improvement after halftime, and his combination with Cristian Romero gives the world champions one of the most combative defensive partnerships remaining in the quarterfinals.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Egypt Goal Disallowed After VAR Spots Foul against Argentina's Lisandro Martínez Prior to Build-Up | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

Egypt Goal Disallowed After VAR Spots Foul against Argentina's Lisandro Martínez Prior to Build-Up | 2026 FIFA World Cup™

JULY 7 • FOX SPORTS

Alexi Lalas' Best XI in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 🚨

Alexi Lalas' Best XI in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 🚨

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

Lisandro Martínez spoke with @ngedra after Argentina's hard-fought win over Cape Verde 👏

Lisandro Martínez spoke with @ngedra after Argentina's hard-fought win over Cape Verde 👏

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

Argentina vs Cape Verde Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

Argentina vs Cape Verde Highlights 🌎🏆 2026 FIFA World Cup™ | Round of 32

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

ARGENTINA TAKES THE LEAD!!! 🇦🇷 LISANDRO MARTÍNEZ HITS THE GOAL IN EXTRA TIME

ARGENTINA TAKES THE LEAD!!! 🇦🇷 LISANDRO MARTÍNEZ HITS THE GOAL IN EXTRA TIME

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

A picture-perfect near post finish from Lisandro Martínez 🇦🇷

A picture-perfect near post finish from Lisandro Martínez 🇦🇷

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

Argentina finally gets another behind Vozinha

Argentina finally gets another behind Vozinha

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

To no surprise, Lionel Scaloni with no reaction to Argentina's go-ahead goal in Extra Time

To no surprise, Lionel Scaloni with no reaction to Argentina's go-ahead goal in Extra Time

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

A moment of relief for Lionel Messi as Argentina are back in front against Cape Verde 🇦🇷

A moment of relief for Lionel Messi as Argentina are back in front against Cape Verde 🇦🇷

JULY 4 • FOX SPORTS

Two goal contributions Friday Martinez scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Friday's 3-2 victory against Cape Verde.

Impact Martinez would come up with some of the biggest moments for Argentina in their win Friday, as the defender would begin with his first-ever World Cup assist in the 29th minute before his first World Cup goal in the 92nd minute. This was followed by a decent interception and six clearances in the defense, although his side did allow two goals. He will be a major player on the team moving forward, slated to be a starter as the knockout stages advance.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in clearances Martinez recorded one tackle and seven clearances to go along with a clean sheet in Monday's 2-0 win over Austria.

Impact Martinez was starting once again Monday as he played the full 90, seeing a decent shift in the defense that led his team to a clean sheet. He would also complete over 60 passes for a second straight game, with 132 between the two starts. He also led his team in clearances with seven, a solid contribution.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Stout effort defensively Martinez recorded two tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 3-0 win against Algeria.

Impact Martinez played alongside Cristian Romero at center-back, and he didn't have a lot of work throughout the game. The Manchester United center-back seems to have a leg up over Nicolas Otamendi for a starting role in the heart of the defense, but most of his value will come via clean sheets. Considering Argentina's next games are against Austria and Jordan, he could be in line for two favorable outings before the start of the knockout stages.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE