Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was stretchered off after a head collision with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite during their Premier League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The incident happened as Martinez came off his line to claim a cross into the Everton box, with Branthwaite also reaching for the ball.
Both players went down immediately, sparking concern among players and fans. Branthwaite was able to get back on his feet after a few minutes following concussion checks by Everton’s medical staff. Martinez, however, remained on the ground as Chelsea’s physios attended to him carefully. After roughly ten minutes, the Argentine goalkeeper was placed on a stretcher and carried off to applause from the Chelsea supporters.
Despite being stretchered off, Martinez appeared to move his arms while being taken down the tunnel, suggesting some responsiveness. He was substituted in the 73rd minute by Belgian reserve goalkeeper Mike Penders, who made his Premier League debut with Chelsea leading 1-0 at that point.
Branthwaite was cleared to continue playing after Everton’s medical team performed concussion evaluations on the pitch. Chelsea’s medical staff opted for caution with Martinez given the nature of the collision, though no further details about his condition have been released yet.
The game resumed with Chelsea still in front, but the focus remained on Martinez’s condition after the head injury incident. Further updates on the goalkeeper’s health are expected as the club assesses the situation in the aftermath of the clash.
According to Yahoo Sports.
