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title: "“Not far off!” – Arsenal fans continue to back Martinez following another solid performance"
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author: "Charlie Smith"
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published: "2019-10-04T21:00:51Z"
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# “Not far off!” – Arsenal fans continue to back Martinez following another solid performance

Emiliano Martinez has continued to impress Arsenal supporters both on and off the pitch.

The 27-year-old, who recently earned a first call-up to the Argentina national side, is currently the Gunners’ second-choice keeper, but he’s not happy being Bernd Leno’s understudy.

Martinez made his third appearance of the season on Thursday in Arsenal’s 4-0 win over Standard Liege, however, it was his recent comments that left many fans talking on social media.

![Dan Istitene/Getty Images Sport](https://cdn.readeverything.co/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/1178831368.jpg)

Arsenal fan [@PatrickTimmons1](https://twitter.com/PatrickTimmons1/status/1179768540162936834) shared the South American’s quotes, with the shot-stopper desperate to become first-choice at the Emirates.

> Twitter: Emiliano Martinez: ‘Since I signed for this club, my goal has always been to be the number one. I’ve been here for… https://t.co/47IAJe2XI7 (@PatrickTimmons1)

And these Gunners supporters were quick to show their love for the goalkeeper, who has been on the books on north London for 10 years.

> Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Am I the only one who likes this mentality. Fight for your place (@KMAFC2)

> Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 I mean he has 2 games and 2 wins including a clean sheet. Has every reason in the world to be confident (@airsinger)

> Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Tbh he’s not that far off Leno which is amazing (@COYG98)

These Arsenal fans then joined in with the praise following his performance after the [club posted this shoutout](https://twitter.com/Arsenal/status/1179962847910072320) for the ‘keeper.

> Twitter: @Arsenal @emimartinezz1 I’m so proud of him. He has put so much patience and hard work in all these years.![❤](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/12.0.0-1/svg/2764.svg) (@AllAboutTheAFC)

> Twitter: @Arsenal @emimartinezz1 He is a talented goalkeeper (@nicholascreame1)

> Twitter: @Arsenal @emimartinezz1 The best second choice keeper in the world! (@thountula)

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### Read Arsenal verdict

It’s clear to see that Martinez doesn’t lack confidence, and his elite mentality is something Arsenal fans can definitely get used to.

He’s yet to make a mistake for the Gunners this season and looks certain to feature in Arsenal’s cup competitions for the remainder of the season.

And if Leno endures a tricky time of it in the Premier League, who knows, we could see Martinez promoted quicker than even he many expected.