Aston Villa boss Unai Emery backed Emi Martinez after FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina.
The world champions are in hot water following their celebrations after their final victory over France inMartinez was criticised for appearing to make a vulgar gesture with his Golden Glove award following Argentina’s penalty shoot-out win last month.
Emery admitted he was not aware of the nature of any disciplinary action but reiterated his pride in Martinez. ‘We have values and we try to be respectful, first with us, second with the opposing side and of course with the supporters.
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