Emiliano Martínez Says World Cup Finger Injury Left Permanent Hand Damage

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Emiliano Martínez says he played at the 2026 World Cup with a fractured finger and is now unable to fully close his right hand. The Argentina goalkeeper said the injury happened during the warm-up for Aston Villa’s Europa League final in May. He chose to delay surgery, using a splint and a modified glove so he could represent his country at the tournament. Martínez described the pain as unbearable, saying he struggled to dive, wear his glove and carry out basic daily tasks. He added that a recent fractured jaw feels far less painful than the finger injury.

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