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Following his nomination for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, Internet users have expressed a growing interest in learning more about Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martínez’s personal life, including details about his wife and children. This curiosity reflects the impact that the footballer has not only on the field of play, but also on social media and in the daily lives of his fans.
Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martinez was awarded the ‘Ley Yashin’ prize for best goalkeeper of the year during a ceremony held on Monday, October 30th last year, at the prestigious Chatelet Theatre in Paris, France.
This recognition highlights his exceptional performance in world football, consolidating his reputation as one of the best in his position.
What is known about ‘Dibu’ Martínez?
Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero, known as Dibu Martínez, is an Argentine footballer born on September 2, 1992 in Mar del Plata. He plays as a goalkeeper for Aston Villa in the Premier League and began his professional career in the lower divisions of Club Atlético Independiente , being signed by Arsenal in 2012.
Martínez had several loan spells at other clubs, including Oxford United, Sheffield Wednesday, Wolverhampton, Getafe and Reading, before joining Aston Villa in 2020, becoming the most expensive Argentine goalkeeper in history.
At the international level, he made his debut with the Argentina U-17 team in 2009 and with the senior team in 2021. He was key in Argentina’s victory at the 2021 Copa América and stood out at the 2022 FIFA World Cup , where he helped his team become champions.
Thanks to his performance at the World Cup, Martínez received The Best FIFA award as the best goalkeeper in the world, as well as the Golden Glove and the Yashin Trophy in 2023. At the 2024 Copa América, he achieved his fourth title with the national team, being once again recognized as the best goalkeeper of the tournament.
Who is ‘Dibu Martinez’s wife?
Mandinha Martinez, born on January 18, 1992, is 31 years old and works in interior design, according to the website Parati.com . Wife of goalkeeper Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martinez, Mandinha has built her own business in the field of design.
Her children’s décor brand, ‘Mis Sueños Kids’, has two stores: one in London and another in Battlers Green Farm . The store has become popular for offering unique and high-quality designs, focusing on creating personalized environments for children.
Mandinha met Emiliano Martinez in London, when he was playing for Arsenal and lived near her home. Their first meeting was at a restaurant owned by Mandinha’s family, where they began to bond. They eventually married on 22 May 2017.
How many children does the couple have?
In June 2018, Emiliano and Mandinha Martinez welcomed their first child, a boy named Santi Martinez. With his arrival, the couple began their experience as parents, sharing family moments on their social media.
Later, on June 30, 2021, they welcomed their second child, a girl who completed the Martinez family. The couple has shown their love and dedication towards their children, who appear in several special moments with them.
