Lisandro Martinez Receives Referee Verdict Amid Adama Traore Bust-up

Keith Hackett, ex-PGMOL chief and FIFA official, believes Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez was fortunate to avoid punishment for his tackle on Fulham’s Adama Traore.

Hackett shared his thoughts exclusively with Football Insider, suggesting Martinez may benefit from guidance on his tackling approach.

During Manchester United’s win over Fulham at Craven Cottage, Martinez was involved in a contentious incident with Traore.

The Argentine defender attempted to win the ball back with a two-footed challenge, leaving him on the ground in pain.

Hackett feels Martinez was lucky to avoid disciplinary action for the tackle.

History Between Martinez and Traore

The incident between Martinez and Traore was not an isolated one, as the two players have a history.

The feud began after Manchester United’s win over Fulham earlier in the season, with comments exchanged between the two.

The tension was revisited when Traore came off the bench to face Martinez again at the weekend.

Despite the controversy surrounding the challenge, Martinez ultimately made a decisive contribution to Manchester United’s win.

He scored the only goal of the game, albeit via a heavy deflection, to secure all three points for Ruben Amorim’s side.