The recovery of Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez is progressing at a good pace and the Argentina goalkeeper left an encouraging message ahead of the 2026 World Cup round of 32 match against Cape Verde.

After the Albiceleste's 3-1 victory over Jordan, the goalkeeper acknowledged that the discomfort in his right hand has decreased considerably and he hopes to train normally over the next few days.

Draw Martínez leaves the injury behind in the middle of the World Cup

The Aston Villa goalkeeper suffered a fracture in the ring finger of his right hand during the Europa League final in May, a situation that forced him to compete with special protection and modify his training routine.

Despite this limitation, the world champion has been an important piece for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, although he received his first goal of the tournament against Jordan.

Far from showing concern, the goalkeeper highlighted the evolution he has had physically.

Argentina's goalkeeper aims for the match against Cape Verde

With the leadership of the group already secured, coach Lionel Scaloni made several changes to the lineup against Jordan, but Dibu Martínez asked to remain as a starter to continue regaining competition rhythm.

The goalkeeper explained that playing official minutes has been key during his recovery process.

"I haven't been able to train for a long time and playing games is the best thing I can do to improve. I believe that in the next game I will be able to make shortcuts and train normally," he said.

Argentina hopes to recover its goalkeeper one hundred percent

Dibu Martínez's statements represent positive news for Argentina, which will face Cape Verde on July 3 in Miami with the intention of advancing to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

If the evolution continues as before, the goalkeeper will arrive at the match without the restrictions that he had maintained since his injury, strengthening one of the most important positions of the team led by Lionel Scaloni.