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Emiliano Martinez Banned for Offensive Behavior, Misses Argentina’s World Cup Qualifiers

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has been handed a two-match suspension by FIFA, sidelining him from Argentina’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia in October. The ban follows two separate incidents during Argentina’s 2026 World Cup qualifying matches earlier this month against Chile and Colombia. The first incident occurred on 6 September, after Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Chile.…