Weaknesses
For all his strengths, Martinez has glaring weaknesses that have been increasingly exposed.
His defending inside the box is inconsistent, as he often struggles with positioning and fails to effectively deal with aerial threats or balls played into dangerous areas.
This has led to avoidable goals and costly mistakes.
His defending in the channels is another area of concern, particularly in Amorim’s back-three system.
When drawn into wide areas, Martinez’s vulnerabilities are amplified.
He struggles against quick, physical forwards, as seen in his battle with Solanke, where he was beaten far too easily.
Martinez’s tendency to step out of the defensive line into midfield is another risky aspect of his game.
While this can help disrupt opposition attacks, it frequently backfires when he mistimes his challenges, leaving United exposed in transition.
This overzealousness can result in fouls or situations where opponents bypass him with ease, creating dangerous scenarios.
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