'When I heard the fans singing, I wanted to cry': Lisandro Martinez reveals he was close to TEARS after Man United's win over Tottenham - as defender says it's very 'emotional' hearing supporters sing "Argentina, Argentina" in his honour
* Lisandro Martinez was moved by the affection shown to him by Man United fans
* United recorded a third successive clean sheet for the first time in over a year
* He won four tackles, an aerial duel and had a 90 per cent pass success rate
Lisandro Martinez admitted that he was moved almost to tears after hearing the Manchester United faithful sing for him in their 2-0 win over Tottenham on Wednesday night.
Cries of "Argentina! Argentina!" could be heard around Old Trafford after the full-time whistle, as fans showed their appreciation for another impressive performance from their South American defender.
Martinez, known as 'The Butcher of Amsterdam' for his work at former club Ajax, arrived with many questioning how he would be able to deal with the Premier League's physicality at just 5ft 7in, but he has settled in well at United.
The Argentine centre back told Man United's club media: 'To be honest, it's very emotional for me (hearing fans sing for him).
Lisandro Martinez admitted he was deeply moved by the affection of Manchester United fans. The Argentine defender has kept six clean sheets for the Old Trafford club in all competitions
'I'm at one of the best clubs in the world.
'This stadium, the atmosphere is amazing. When I heard the fans singing, I wanted to cry.
'This result is for my grandmother and my grandfather, who are not with me now, but I always feel that love with me.'
The 24-year-old has featured in all 10 of his side's Premier League games this season, and has begun to form a formidable partnership with Raphael Varane, together beating Liverpool, Arsenal and now Tottenham.
He also kept his sixth clean sheet in all competitions since his £57million move from the Dutch capital, and is fast proving that size is not everything.
Martinez won four tackles against Tottenham. He also won an aerial battle against a tall Spurs attack despite standing at just 5ft 7in
The Argentinian international was also also effusive in his praise of his team-mates, particularly in defence, as they shut-out the opposition for the third game in a row in more than a year.
'I think we were very solid in defence tonight,' he added.
'They (Kane and Son) have a lot of quality, very strong, and a lot technical (ability) as well.
'I think we controlled the game tonight, it's great also to get a clean sheet.'
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