The right back of Racing, Gastón Martirena, stood out in the 4-0 victory against Belgrano of Córdoba in the second round of the Apertura Tournament, earning recognition from the 'Academia' fans. After a questioned start at Racing, Martirena has established himself in the starting lineup with excellent performances.
In 2024, Martirena became a key figure for Racing by scoring crucial goals in the Copa Sudamericana against Brazilian teams such as Athletico Paranaense, Corinthians, and Cruzeiro. The full-back not only contributes in attack but also excels in defense, showing significant improvements in his game.
Martirena's performance on the field has been key to Gustavo Costas's tactical scheme, who maximizes the skills of the full-backs in the team. In the match against Belgrano, Martirena created constant danger from his wing, even assisting the top scorer Adrián 'Maravilla' Martínez.
The Uruguayan right back has become a pillar for Racing, especially after a solid preseason that allowed him to stand out at both ends of the field. With his performance, Martirena aims to contribute to the team in its participation in the Copa Libertadores, where he will seek to compete at the highest level.
