Lisandro Martínez has earned the respect of fans despite causing a controversial penalty

A player who commits a penalty against his team is regularly criticized, singled out, and sometimes even ridiculed. In the case of Lisandro Martínez it is different, as he has earned the respect of the fans for his good performances.

The multifunctional defender committed a controversial handball that sealed the 0-1 victory over the Red Devils at home, and the reactions were supportive, since he has had good performances since his arrival to the team.

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On the other hand, the criticisms were received by the man who was considered to be the defensive leader of the team, the Englishman Harry Maguire, who has not lived up to the expectations of his contract for more than three years, not to mention that he has been the most expensive defensive acquisition in the history of the club.

And the 24-year-old defender, who arrived in a turbulent transfer market, has been showing his authority. To the extent that the average Man Utd fan has been recognizing him for the level he has shown on the pitch.

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The player, who recently arrived at Manchester United for more than £50 million, has adapted to the approach of the Dutch manager, Erik ten Hag, who sees him as a fundamental piece for the development of this season.