Aston Villa’s Trophy Drought Concerns Goalkeeper Martinez
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has voiced his impatience over the club’s continued trophy drought. The Argentine, who boasts international success with Argentina including a World Cup win, is eager to break Villa’s barren streak, stretching back to their 1996 League Cup triumph. Martinez’s determination to deliver local glory for the team is palpable. Source
Ahead of Villa’s FA Cup third-round victory over West Ham, Martinez emphasized his ambitions: "I want silverware for the club." His disappointment from their Carabao Cup exit against Crystal Palace is evident, insisting that fans deserve a Wembley appearance. At 32, Martinez is resolute to overturn Villa’s last FA Cup win from 1957, restoring joy to supporters.
- Key Takeaways:
- Emiliano Martinez is committed to ending Aston Villa’s trophy-less run.
- Villa’s last significant win was the 1996 League Cup.
- Martinez believes fans deserve to experience success at Wembley.
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