Martinez Invites Scholes to His Home After Criticism

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has responded to criticism from Paul Scholes by inviting him to his home for a discussion. This comes after Scholes, along with former United teammate Nicky Butt, made light of Martinez's height during a podcast, suggesting that Manchester City's Erling Haaland could easily overpower him. Martinez, however, remained unfazed and extended an invitation to Scholes, stating that he is open to talking to him at any time and place. The defender emphasized his focus on performance and his commitment to the club, stating that comments from others do not motivate him. Instead, his motivation stems from his family. Following the interview, Scholes took to Instagram, poking fun at Martinez's reaction. Martinez also discussed the recent change in leadership at United, with Michael Carrick taking over as head coach. He praised Carrick's influence, noting a significant change in mentality and approach. The team's victory over Manchester City, with Martinez playing a key role, has been seen as a testament to Carrick's impact. Former United player Gary Neville applauded the team's performance, believing it showcased the Manchester United way can be successful in modern football. In contrast, Roy Keane called for perspective, suggesting that judgments about Carrick's tenure should be reserved until more time has passed.