Ballon d'Or: Speed tells Emiliano Martinez 'Ronaldo for Life', Argentina star gives epic reply-WATCH

At the famous Ballon d'Or ceremony, Emiliano Martinez, the gifted footballer of Aston Villa, accomplished a noteworthy accomplishment by taking home the Yashin Trophy. His outstanding achievements at the FIFA World Cup have earned him the title of best custodian, which is a well-deserved honour. His international teammate, Lionel Messi, won his eighth Ballon d’Or.

3 things you need to know

• Emiliano Martinez and Lionel Messi led Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar
• Emiliano Martinez won the Yashin Trophy 2023
• Yashin Trophy is given to the best goalkeeper of the year

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Emiliano Martinez and Speed indulge in a GOAT debate

After an incredible year, Lionel Messi won his seventh Ballon d'Or on an absolutely historic occasion. He was most notable for scoring six goals during the World Cup in Qatar, helping the Argentine national team to an overwhelming win.

Popular YouTuber IShowSpeed, whose actual name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr., made an unexpected entrance as all eyes were on the Ballon d'Or ceremony at the Theatre de Chatelet in Paris. Even though Cristiano Ronaldo did not attend this year's ceremony, IShowSpeed—who is well-known for his ardent support of Cristiano Ronaldo—added an unexpected twist to the proceedings.  

He and Emiliano Martinez had a conversation about “Messi or Ronaldo” who is the greatest footballer of all time, to which Martinez backed his national team captain in style. They said:

Speed to Martínez: “Nice to meet you, but Cristiano is for life.”  🤣

Martinez in response:" No chance ."🤣

Speed: Messi or Ronaldo?

Martinez: "Ooooh, what do you think, my friend? There is only one, I know you love Ronaldo but Messi"

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Emiliano Martinez played a crucial role for Argentina in the World Cup

The former custodian for Arsenal displayed his extraordinary abilities throughout the competition in Qatar, where he helped his side win. He was able to maintain three clean sheets during the event, which helped to keep his team strong in the back. Notably, he denied Randal Kolo Muani a goal in the last seconds of extra time in the match against France with an incredible save. He also showed steely grit by blocking Kingsley Coman's penalty in the shootout.

Nevertheless, at the Ballon d'Or presentation, the Argentine custodian heard a chorus of jeers from the French fans in the stands, in spite of his incredible accomplishments. Didier Drogba moved quickly to step in and ask the supporters to be silent and show respect for the goalie. Martinez was even more taken aback when the Chelsea great invited his father to the stage to give the famous trophy to the Aston Villa player, setting off a touching sequence of events.