Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez was more excited than most players after the team’s FA Cup quarter-final win.
Argentina international Lisandro Martinez watched Manchester United’s win against Liverpool from the director’s boxes at Old Trafford.
The centre-back is currently out with an injury sustained in early February, but he is closing in on a return to action.
Martinez had to settle for watching the quarter-final, and was thrilled to see the team come out on top in an enthralling 4-3 win.
Lisandro Martinez sends messages
Lisandro Martinez sent two messages to Manchester United fans on Instagram, the first being a short reel lapping up the atmosphere.
Picturing the wild celebrations in the stands, he wrote: “This is what it means.”
It can be a good perspective for players to experience moments like this from the stands, to see the direct effect their performances can have on supporters, and experience the highs in a different way.
Martinez then sent another message to his teammates, expressing his happiness as the Red Devils booked a place at Wembley, where the team will face Coventry City in the semi-finals.
Martinez wrote: “All together, team and fans! Heading for the semis!”
The defender’s words should generate some excitement, because he is going to be in the mix for the semi-final.
When Lisandro Martinez could be back
Lisandro Martinez might now be available for Manchester United’s semi-final against Coventry City, which will be held in mid-April.
Martinez is set to link up with the Argentina squad next week, and while he won’t play, it is a positive step as he looks to return from his MCL injury.
Last week, The Athletic reports that the trip to Brentford on March 30 has been lined up as a potential return date for Martinez.
United don’t need to rush him back. Harry Maguire, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans have all been excellent, lately.
‘The Butcher’ is always nice to have back though. When fully fit, he is one of the first names on Erik ten Hag‘s team sheet, and he could yet be lining up at Wembley next month.