Lautaro Martínez

Analysis: Martinez came close to breaking the deadlock in the opening minutes with a header that went straight to Luca Zidane. However, he went mostly silent the rest of the way and didn't offer much of a threat. Argentina looked far more lively with Julian Alvarez playing upfront, so the Atletico Madrid star might move to the starting lineup for the next match against Austria on Monday, June 22.

May 18, 2026

Limited impact in draw

Martinez recorded four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Verona.

Analysis: Martinez's efforts in front of the opposition goal were not enough for him to make score sheet this time, ending a run of four league or cup appearances in which he produced at least one goal or assist. With only one game remaining in the 2025/26 campaign and the striker tallying 17 Serie A goals, this hardly threatens his place as the top scorer in the league. After the final week, he'll turn his attention to starring for Argentina at the World Cup.