The rivalry between Yerry Mina and Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez flares up again. The Colombian defender declared his desire to face the Argentine goalkeeper and the Argentina national team, reigniting a conflict that began in the 2021 Copa América. 'I want to face him, I want to meet them', Mina said in an interview with DSports, recalling the penalty shootout episode where Martínez celebrated with his famous phrase 'look what I'm going to eat, brother'.
What happened between Mina and Dibu Martínez?
Their clash dates back to the 2021 Copa América, where Argentina eliminated Colombia on penalties. Mina remembered how Martínez did not return the gesture of sportsmanship when he saved his penalty, mocking him with a dance. 'He didn't return the same when he saved my penalty in the Copa América, he started dancing', said the Colombian.
Why does it matter for Argentina?
The Argentina national team enters this conflict with a recent adverse result: they lost 1-0 to Spain on July 19, 2026. Their recent form is 4 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss (LWWWW), keeping the team in good shape despite the defeat. The rivalry with Colombia, especially with figures like Mina, adds an extra ingredient of tension for future matches.
What's next for the Albiceleste?
Although there is no confirmed match against Colombia, Mina made clear his desire to face Argentina. 'I don't take it personally: I dance and he dances, but I want to face him', he concluded. The Argentina national team will have to prepare for possible duels with Colombia, where the rivalry between Mina and Dibu Martínez could once again take center stage.
