Sofi Martínez Biography: Ethnicity, Parents, Tv Shows, Husband, Net Worth, YouTube

Sofía María Martínez Mateos, widely known as Sofi Martínez, is a prominent Argentine sports journalist, television presenter, and radio host recognized for her passionate coverage of major events like the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, where her emotional interview with Lionel Messi went viral worldwide.

Profile

• Full Name: Sofía María Martínez Mateos
• Stage Name: Sofi Martínez
• Born: 7 May 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Nationality: Argentine
• Occupation: Sports Journalist, Television Presenter, and Radio Host
• Height: 1.70m
• Parents: Alejandro Martínez, Fernanda Mateos
• Siblings: Tomás Martínez,Agostina Martínez
• Spouse: None
• Boyfriends: Diego Leuco (ex)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Sofía María Martínez Mateos was born on May 7, 1993, in Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, and grew up in San Isidro, to accountant Alejandro Martínez and Fernanda Mateos, a professor of Economic Sciences.

She is the youngest of three siblings, with a brother, Tomás, and a sister, Agostina. Influenced early by her father’s passion for sports, she developed an interest in football while playing at school, encouraged by her brother.

She initially studied Law at the University of Buenos Aires and completed the Ciclo Básico Común, later briefly pursuing Political Science before leaving both fields.

She subsequently enrolled at DeporTEA, where she graduated as a Técnico Superior in Sports Journalism, specializing in football, tennis, and basketball. Her ethnicity and religion have not been publicly disclosed.

Career

Sofía Martínez began her media journey as a teenager with odd jobs like promoter and receptionist, then entered production at Kuarzo Entertainment, working on shows such as A todo o nada with Guido Kaczka, Los 8 Escalones, and others from 2013 to 2018.

At 19, after leaving her university studies, she boldly went to TV Pública seeking work, which led to her shift toward on-camera roles. Her breakthrough came in 2019 when she joined TV Pública as a sports journalist, covering major events like the Pan American Games in Lima, the Copa América, and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

Her international profile soared with the Qatar 2022 World Cup, where her heartfelt post-match words to Lionel Messi after Argentina’s final qualification became a global sensation, showcasing her emotional connection to athletes and stories beyond scores.

She expanded to ESPN’s SportsCenter, radio hosting on Urbana Play with Perros de la calle (daily with Andy Kusnetzoff) and Urbana Play Club (weekends), and later contributions to Telefe. She also covered the Paris 2024 Olympics and various tournaments, earning praise for her authentic, human-centered approach in a male-dominated field.

Sofía Martínez remains a key figure in Argentine and Latin American sports journalism, balancing television, radio, and digital content while inspiring many with her journey from uncertainty to prominence.

Her work emphasizes the personal narratives in sports, and she continues to cover high-profile events with the same passion that defined her rise.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @sofimmartinez
• Twitter Handle: @SofiMMartinez

Personal Life

Sofía Martínez most notable relationship was with journalist Diego Leuco, an on-and-off romance that ended but left lingering affection; recent 2025 reports suggest they reconnected, though she describes it as hard to fully separate due to deep care, without confirming a current status.

She has no children and has shared thoughts on future motherhood while noting she’s more accustomed to being single.

Net Worth

Sofía Martínez has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her primary sources of income include contracts with major networks like ESPN, TV Pública, Telefe, and Urbana Play for television presenting, radio hosting, and event coverage; plus endorsements, digital content, and high-profile international assignments like World Cups and Olympics that boost her visibility and opportunities.