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Manchester Evening News
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Alex James

Lisandro Martinez and Argentina ready to re-live World Cup madness ahead of homecoming

Last time Lisandro Martinez was in Argentina it was one heck of a party. Tonight might be round two.

Lionel Scaloni's side return to Buenos Aires for their first match since lifting the World Cup in sensational style. It was a fairytale for all - Lionel Messi, his team-mates and the entire country.

The scenes in Argentina were remarkable as millions lined the streets, eager to share in the satisfaction of lifting the Jules Rimet for the first time since 1986. For the players it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. As Erik ten Hag said of Manchester United centre-back Martinez ahead of the Reds' first game since Qatar: "He is still celebrating now in Buenos Aires now, going around in the touring car. It, it is very emotional when you achieve this World Cup success"

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