Martinez fires back at Scholes: 'Come to my house!'

Lisandro Martínez has openly criticized former Manchester United player Paul Scholes for making remarks about him on a podcast, stating that such criticism should be delivered directly. Scholes, along with Nicky Butt, had previously questioned Martínez's suitability to mark Erling Haaland ahead of the recent derby. Martínez declared that if critics wish to voice concerns, they should do so in person, not through media appearances.

Martínez emphasized his preference for direct confrontation, stating, "if he wants to say something to me, he can come to wherever he wants. To my house, wherever." He expressed that external commentary does not impact his performance or motivation, which is primarily driven by his family and commitment to the club. The defender contrasted this with the positive influence of current interim head coach Michael Carrick.

Carrick, who previously had a long and successful playing career at United, has taken over as interim head coach. Martínez described Carrick's demeanor as quiet, confident, and energetic, noting the positive impact this has on the team. He highlighted Carrick's deep understanding of the club's values and his ability to share that passion with the players during a challenging period.