Cris Martínez Responded to Fan Who Called Him a "Rotten Apple" Over His Six-Match Ban

Huachipato striker Cris Martínez has hit back at a fan on social media who labeled him a "rotten apple" in the wake of his six-match suspension. The Paraguayan-Chilean forward, a long-standing figure at the club since his arrival in February 2019, took to social media to address the criticism directly.

Martínez, 33, asserted his dedication to Huachipato, retorting that if he were indeed a "rotten apple," the club would have parted ways with him long ago. He further emphasized his tenure, suggesting he has been with the club longer than the fan has been in their own job, and questioned the fan's basis for judgment, asking if they shared the locker room with the team.

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Jajaja, llevo 8 años en el club. Si fuera una 'manzana podrida', hace tiempo me habrían sacado.

The suspension stems from an incident during a match against Deportes Concepción, where Martínez was involved in a confrontation with defender Diego Carrasco and subsequently pushed the referee. This action led to the significant ban, sidelining a key player for the steelworkers' club.

From a Chilean perspective, particularly within the passionate football culture, such exchanges between players and fans are not uncommon, though often intense. Media outlets like Cooperativa would typically report on the facts of the suspension and the player's response, reflecting the strong opinions that often circulate among fan bases. Martínez's defense highlights a player's frustration with public criticism and his desire to assert his loyalty and value to the team, a sentiment likely to resonate with supporters who value commitment and resilience.

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estoy seguro de que llevo más años en Huachipato que usted en su propio trabajo. Ahora ilumíneme usted acaso comparte el vestuario con nosotros?