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.