Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez has rejected criticism of his wind-up antics.
The Argentina World Cup and Copa America winner has created a firestorm with the French government over his taunts for Kylian Mbappe and his Les Bleus teammates.
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But Martinez told the Guardian: “If you stay steady and don't insult anyone, any religion...I think you can do whatever you want.
"I don't swear, I don't insult anyone. I'm just trying to help my team, that's all. I always respect the players. I just want to win the match.
"I don’t cross a line, I never do."