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Argentina's Emiliano Martinez Faces Backlash for Allegedly Hitting Cameraman After Colombia Defeat

The incident occurred during a World Cup qualifying match, prompting calls for FIFA to impose sanctions on the goalkeeper.

  • Video footage shows Emiliano Martinez hitting a camera held by Jhonny Jackson, a TV cameraman, after Argentina's 2-1 loss to Colombia.
  • Jackson claims he was 'slapped' by Martinez and expressed his anger over the incident, stating he was simply doing his job.
  • Colombia’s association of sports journalists, ACORD, has demanded an exemplary sanction from FIFA against Martinez.
  • ACORD's president, Faiver Hoyos Hernandez, criticized Martinez, stating he is not a role model for new generations and attacked freedom of expression.
  • Argentina currently leads the South American World Cup qualifying standings, with Colombia trailing by two points.
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