For years, every player and fan involved has dreamt of this moment — the 90-plus minutes of the FIFA World Cup final that the world is now witnessing. Behind this grand occasion lies years of effort, dedication, and sacrifice.
That makes it all the more painful when such a dream ends prematurely.
Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez had to face that cruel reality firsthand. With the match still goalless at 0-0, Martinez picked up an injury and was forced to leave the field before half-time, being substituted in the 44th minute.
Nicolas Otamendi replaced him, and for Otamendi, the dream of playing in the biggest match of all has come true sooner than he expected.
As the first half draws to a close, fans around the world are wondering — who will break the deadlock tonight?
(Image: Lars Baron - 2026 Getty Images)
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