A few hours before the grand gala concert Top RewardsSeveral football figures are already walking the streets of Paris, the capital of France, where the grand event will take place. One of them is the world champion with Argentina, Emiliano “Deebou” Martinez.
A few years ago, the Argentine goalkeeper went from an unknown player in the center of the table to to be considered one of the best in his position, not only for his excellent performance at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar who helped win the long-awaited trophy for Albiceleste alongside Lionel Messi, as well as his leadership and daily experience in the English Premier League with Aston Villa.
Asked about his chances of winning the Best Player award (he will be the first goalkeeper to do so), Dibu was categorical and did not rule out a fight: “I hope God wants”.
The Best Award nominees other than Dibou Martinez
After leaving the magazine French football In 2016, after several years of awarding the Ballon d’Or, FIFA launched the Best of the Year award, which crowns the best in the world for the entire calendar year, in addition to other awards for the best player, goalkeeper, coach and many more. .
Among the nominees for the Best Footballer award, in addition to Dibou Martinez, is his compatriot Lionel Messi, who had a great World Cup in Qatar after a very irregular season, despite his high salary at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
2022 Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema (Real Madrid) is also on the list. Everything indicates that the final podium will be between El Gato, Mbappe and Messi, so Deeb Martinez, 30, will have to settle for winning the Best Goalkeeper nomination..
The gala will take place this Monday, February 27 at 12:00 PM PT and 3:00 PM ET. It will be streamed worldwide through the FIFA YouTube channel as well as on FIFA.com. Fox Sports, Fox Deportes, Telemundo Deportes and Universo TV channels.
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Source: La Opinion
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